How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN420 - Delete the handling unit before deleting the line

/SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN420 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN -

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Delete the handling unit before deleting the line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN420 - Delete the handling unit before deleting the line ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN420 indicates that you are trying to delete a line item in a document (such as a delivery or an inbound/outbound shipment) that is associated with a handling unit (HU) that still exists in the system. The handling unit must be deleted before you can delete the line item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Handling Unit: The line item you are trying to delete is linked to a handling unit that has not been deleted or is still active in the system.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that all related objects (like handling units) are properly managed before allowing deletions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Handling Unit: Determine which handling unit is associated with the line item you are trying to delete. You can usually find this information in the document details or by checking the handling unit management screen.
  
  
  Delete the Handling Unit:
  
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