How To Fix L3847 - TO item & & does not contain a source handling unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 847

• Message text: TO item & & does not contain a source handling unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3847 - TO item & & does not contain a source handling unit ?

  The SAP error message L3847 indicates that there is an issue with a transfer order (TO) item that does not have a corresponding source handling unit (HU). This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes where handling units are used to manage inventory.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Handling Unit: The transfer order item is expected to reference a handling unit, but it does not. This can happen if the handling unit was not created or was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the handling unit.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect or missing entries in the database related to the handling units or transfer orders.
  Transfer Order Creation: The transfer order may have been created without properly assigning handling units to the items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Handling Units: Verify that the handling units exist for the items