How To Fix L9044 - HU posting change btwn 2 whse nos. must be done in 2 steps by SAP S/4HANA

L9044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 044

• Message text: HU posting change btwn 2 whse nos. must be done in 2 steps by SAP S/4HANA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L9044 - HU posting change btwn 2 whse nos. must be done in 2 steps by SAP S/4HANA ?

  The SAP error message L9044 indicates that a handling unit (HU) posting change between two warehouse numbers must be performed in two steps. This is a common scenario in SAP S/4HANA when dealing with handling units and warehouse management.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a two-step process for transferring handling units between different warehouse numbers. This is typically due to the need for a more controlled and auditable process when moving inventory between different locations. The two-step process ensures that the handling unit is first removed from the source warehouse and then added to the target warehouse, allowing for better tracking and management of inventory.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to perform the HU posting change in two distinct steps:
  
  
  Step 1: Remove the Handling Unit from the Source Warehouse
  
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., LT0S for transfer posting) to remove the handling unit from the source warehouse. This step