How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN440 - Handling unit ID &1 cannot be changed due to HU number range Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN -

• Message number: 440

• Message text: Handling unit ID &1 cannot be changed due to HU number range Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN440 - Handling unit ID &1 cannot be changed due to HU number range Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN440 indicates that a handling unit (HU) ID cannot be changed due to the configuration of the handling unit number range in the system. This typically occurs when there are restrictions in place regarding how handling unit IDs are managed, particularly in relation to their number ranges.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The error is often caused by the handling unit number range being set to a specific range that does not allow changes to existing handling unit IDs. This can happen if the number range is defined as "internal" and is locked for certain operations.
  Status of the Handling Unit: The handling unit may be in a status that does not permit changes, such as being part of a completed process (e.g., shipped, delivered).
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for handling units may not allow for the modification of certain attributes once they have been created.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
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