How To Fix HUSTOCK012 - SU &1 is currently blocked by a putaway in progress

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUSTOCK - Messages from Stock Comparison

• Message number: 012

• Message text: SU &1 is currently blocked by a putaway in progress

What causes this issue?

A putaway that is in progress for storage unit (SUn) &V1& is preventing
a WM adjustment to this storage unit. It is possible, for example, that
the system is currently processing a transfer order for this particular
storage unit.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the activities for this storage unit before you try and make
adjustments to this handling unit or storage unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUSTOCK012 - SU &1 is currently blocked by a putaway in progress ?

  The SAP error message HUSTOCK012 indicates that a stock unit (SU) is currently blocked because there is an ongoing putaway process. This typically occurs in warehouse management scenarios where the system is trying to perform an operation on a stock unit that is already being processed for putaway.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Ongoing Putaway Process: The stock unit is currently being put away into a storage location, and the system does not allow other operations (like stock transfer or removal) on it until the putaway is completed.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies. If a stock unit is locked for putaway, it cannot be accessed for other operations until the lock is released.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Putaway Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like LT03 (Create Transfer Order) or LT12 (Confirm Transfer Order) to check if there is an active putaway process for the stock unit.
  You can also check the stock overview using MMBE or MB52 to see the status of the stock unit.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If a putaway is in progress, you may need to wait until it is completed. Once the putaway is finished, the stock unit will be released, and you can proceed with your operation.
  
  
  
  Confirm Putaway:
  
  If you have access, confirm the putaway process using the appropriate transaction (e.g., LT12). This will finalize the putaway and release the stock unit.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If the putaway seems to be stuck or not progressing, check for any errors in the system that might be preventing the completion of the putaway. You can look at the logs or use transaction SM21 to check for system logs.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance. They may need to investigate the issue in more detail.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LT03, LT12, MMBE, MB52, and SM21 for monitoring and managing stock and putaway processes.
  Warehouse Management (WM): Understanding the warehouse management processes in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.