How To Fix LF711 - Material &1 does not belong to handling unit &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 711

• Message text: Material &1 does not belong to handling unit &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF711 - Material &1 does not belong to handling unit &2 ?

  The SAP error message LF711, which states "Material &1 does not belong to handling unit &2," typically occurs in the context of handling unit management in SAP. This error indicates that the material specified in the error message is not associated with the handling unit you are trying to work with. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Material-Handling Unit Association: The material you are trying to process is not linked to the handling unit. This can happen if the handling unit was created with a different material or if the material was changed after the handling unit was created.
  Incorrect Handling Unit: The handling unit number you are using may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the handling unit's master data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material and Handling Unit Association:
  
  Use transaction code HU02 (Display Handling Unit) to check the details of the handling unit and verify which materials are associated with it.
  Ensure that the material number you are trying to use is indeed part of the handling unit.
  
  
  
  Correct Handling Unit:
  
  If you find that the handling unit is incorrect, identify the correct handling unit that contains the desired material and use that instead.
  
  
  
  Recreate Handling Unit:
  
  If the handling unit is not correctly associated with the material, you may need to create a new handling unit with the correct material. Use transaction code HU01 (Create Handling Unit) to do this.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or use transaction LX02 (Inventory Management) to check for any inconsistencies in the handling unit data.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform a database consistency check.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the handling unit management configuration is set up correctly in your SAP system. This includes checking the material master data and handling unit settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units: In SAP, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of materials. They can represent pallets, boxes, or any other type of packaging.
  Material Master: The material master data contains all the information related to a material, including its handling unit settings.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  HU01: Create Handling Unit
  HU02: Display Handling Unit
  HU03: Change Handling Unit
  LX02: Inventory Management for handling units
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.