How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY185 - Item &1 for HU &2 not deleted due to residual quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Item &1 for HU &2 not deleted due to residual quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY185 - Item &1 for HU &2 not deleted due to residual quantity ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY185 indicates that a specific handling unit (HU) cannot be deleted because there is a residual quantity associated with the item. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete an item from a delivery or handling unit, but there is still a quantity of that item that has not been fully processed or is still allocated to the handling unit. This could happen due to several reasons:
  
  The item has been partially picked or packed, leaving a residual quantity.
  The handling unit is still linked to an open process (e.g., an open delivery or transfer order).
  There are stock discrepancies or issues with inventory management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Residual Quantity: 
  
  Review the handling unit and the associated item to determine the residual quantity that is preventing deletion. You can do this by checking the stock overview or the handling unit details in the SAP EWM system.
  
  
  
  Process the Residual Quantity:
  
  If there is a residual quantity, you may need to either:
  
  Complete the picking or packing process for the remaining quantity.
  Adjust the stock levels if there are discrepancies (e.g., through a stock adjustment or inventory count).
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust the Handling Unit:
  
  If the residual quantity is no longer needed, you may need to adjust the handling unit or the delivery to remove the item properly. This could involve:
  
  Transferring the remaining quantity to another handling unit.
  Deleting the handling unit if it is no longer required.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Open Processes:
  
  Ensure that there are no open processes (like deliveries or transfer orders) that are still referencing the handling unit or item. If there are, you may need to complete or cancel those processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling such errors, as there may be specific procedures in place.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for handling unit management) or /SCWM/DELIVERY (for delivery processing) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform actions related to handling units and deliveries in SAP EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.