How To Fix /LIME/CORE120 - Item &1: Location/HU not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/CORE -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Item &1: Location/HU not set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/CORE120 - Item &1: Location/HU not set ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/CORE120 Item &1: Location/HU not set typically occurs in the context of handling logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Logistics Execution (LE) modules. This error indicates that a specific item (denoted by &1) does not have a location or handling unit assigned to it, which is necessary for processing transactions related to that item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Assignment: The item in question has not been assigned to a specific storage location or handling unit in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data for the item may be incomplete, lacking necessary details such as storage location or handling unit information.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the location or handling unit.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise during specific transactions that require a location or handling unit, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or stock transfer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item (transaction code MM03) and verify that the storage location and handling unit data are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Warehouse Management view) are properly filled out.
  
  
  
  Assign Location/HU:
  
  If the item is supposed to be associated with a specific location or handling unit, ensure that it is assigned correctly in the system.
  You can use transaction codes like LT01 (Create Transfer Order) or LT10 (Transfer Order Confirmation) to assign handling units if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management module to ensure that the system is set up to handle the specific item and its associated locations or handling units.
  Ensure that the warehouse structure is correctly defined and that the item is included in the relevant storage types and sections.
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Review the transaction you are trying to execute when the error occurs. Ensure that all prerequisites for that transaction are met, including the correct assignment of handling units and locations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling units and location assignments in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, handling units are used to manage and track physical items in logistics. They can represent pallets, boxes, or any other packaging unit.
  Storage Locations: These are specific areas within a warehouse where materials are stored. Each material can be assigned to one or more storage locations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  LT01: Create Transfer Order
  LT10: Transfer Order Confirmation
  LX02: Display Stock Overview
  
  
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your logistics processes in SAP.