How To Fix L1617 - Goods receipt posting missing for handling unit

L1617 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L1 - Message handling for WM master data

• Message number: 617

• Message text: Goods receipt posting missing for handling unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L1617 - Goods receipt posting missing for handling unit ?

  The SAP error message L1617, which states "Goods receipt posting missing for handling unit," typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the logistics and inventory management modules of SAP. This error indicates that a goods receipt (GR) has not been posted for a handling unit that is expected to have one.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Goods Receipt: The most common cause is that a goods receipt has not been posted for the handling unit. This can happen if the goods were not received into inventory or if the GR was not processed correctly.
  Incorrect Handling Unit Status: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow for further processing, such as being marked as "not posted" or "in transit."
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the handling unit management settings that prevent the proper posting of goods receipts.
  User Error: The user may have attempted to process a