How To Fix HUSELECT006 - GR-posted handling unit &1 with stock already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUSELECT - Messages from FB that execute database accesses

• Message number: 006

• Message text: GR-posted handling unit &1 with stock already exists

What causes this issue?

In the System, there does already exist a handling unit &V1& having the
status 'Goods receipt posted to a HU-managed storage location'.

System Response

If there are various handling units with the same identification in the
system, the system cannot distinguish between them.

How to fix this error?

Assign a new number to the currently generated handling unit to ensure
that the handling units can be identified clearly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUSELECT006 - GR-posted handling unit &1 with stock already exists ?

  The SAP error message HUSELECT006 indicates that a handling unit (HU) that you are trying to post goods receipt (GR) for already has stock associated with it. This typically occurs in scenarios where the handling unit is already linked to existing stock in the system, and the system does not allow for a second goods receipt to be posted against the same handling unit.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate GR Posting: The handling unit has already been used in a previous goods receipt posting.
  Incorrect Handling Unit Management: The handling unit may have been incorrectly managed or not properly cleared from the system after its initial use.
  Stock Already Exists: The handling unit is already associated with stock in the inventory, preventing further postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Stock:
  
  Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or HU02 (Display Handling Unit) to check if the handling unit already has stock associated with it.
  Verify the stock levels and the status of the handling unit.
  
  
  
  Review Previous Transactions:
  
  Investigate previous goods receipt postings for the handling unit to ensure that it has not been posted already.
  Use transaction MB51 (Material Document List) to find any related documents.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Handling Unit:
  
  If the handling unit is already in use, consider using a different handling unit for the new goods receipt.
  
  
  
  Clear or Adjust Stock:
  
  If the handling unit should not have stock, you may need to reverse or adjust the previous goods receipt. This can be done using transaction MBST (Cancel Material Document) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to reverse the previous posting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations or settings related to handling units and goods receipts.
  
  
  
  Check Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements related to handling units, ensure that they are functioning correctly and not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, handling units are used to manage and track materials in logistics. They can represent pallets, boxes, or any other packaging unit.
  Goods Receipt (GR): This is the process of receiving goods into inventory, which updates stock levels and records the transaction in the system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB51: Material Document List
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  HU02: Display Handling Unit
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.