How To Fix L3478 - Handling unit cannot be transferred because of its status

L3478 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Handling unit cannot be transferred because of its status

What causes this issue?

The <GL:handling_unit>handling unit</> cannot be transferred due to an
open <GL:transfer_order>transfer order</> for putaway or picking.

How to fix this error?

You must first confirm the transfer order before any further actions
can take place.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3478 - Handling unit cannot be transferred because of its status ?

  The SAP error message L3478 indicates that a handling unit (HU) cannot be transferred due to its current status. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with handling units in inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur for several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Incorrect Status: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow for transfer. For example, it might be marked as "blocked," "in process," or "not available."
  Incomplete Processes: The handling unit may be part of an incomplete process, such as a pending goods receipt or an open transfer order.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the warehouse management module that restrict the transfer of handling units based on their status.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting the transfer may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on handling units in certain statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the L3478