How To Fix L9601 - Inconsistent material data between HU and material document in line &

L9601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Inconsistent material data between HU and material document in line &

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L9601 - Details

• The SAP error message L9601 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the handling unit (HU) data and the material document data for a specific line item. This error typically arises during processes such as goods movements, inventory management, or when handling units are involved in transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Mismatch: The data in the handling unit does not match the data in the material document. This could be due to changes made to the material document after the handling unit was created.
  
  
  Incorrect Handling Unit Status: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed with the current material document.
  
  
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to either the handling unit or the material document that were not properly synchronized.
  
  
  System Errors: Bugs or issues in the SAP system that lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the L9601 error, you can take the following