How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY811 - Action not possible for transit HUs; use freight order to add new HUs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 811

• Message text: Action not possible for transit HUs; use freight order to add new HUs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY811 - Action not possible for transit HUs; use freight order to add new HUs ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY811 indicates that an action is not possible for transit Handling Units (HUs) and suggests using a freight order to add new HUs. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with handling units that are in transit.
  Cause:
  
  Transit Handling Units: The error arises because the system is trying to perform an action (like adding or modifying HUs) on handling units that are currently in transit. Transit HUs are those that are not yet fully received or processed in the warehouse.
  Freight Order Requirement: The system requires that any modifications or additions to transit HUs be done through a freight order, which is the correct process for managing transportation and logistics in SAP EWM.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Freight Order: To resolve this error, you need to create or use an existing freight order to manage the transit HUs. This involves:
  
  Navigating to the freight order management screen in SAP EWM.
  Adding or modifying the handling units through the freight order interface.
  
  
  Check HU Status: Ensure that the handling units you are trying to modify are indeed in transit and confirm their status. If they are not in transit, you may need to investigate further.
  Review Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth reviewing your system configuration and processes to ensure that handling units are being managed correctly and that the necessary freight orders are being created as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EWM Documentation: Refer to the official SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on handling units, freight orders, and the processes involved in managing transit HUs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/ORDERS for managing freight orders and /SCWM/HU for handling units.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in logistics and warehouse management are trained on the correct processes for handling transit HUs and the use of freight orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your transit handling units effectively.