How To Fix /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT020 - HU &1: Status prohibits goods movement. &2

/SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: HU &1: Status prohibits goods movement. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT020 - HU &1: Status prohibits goods movement. &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT020 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) is in a status that prohibits goods movement. This error typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you attempt to perform a goods movement operation (like goods receipt, goods issue, or transfer) on a Handling Unit that is not in a valid status for such operations.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Status of the Handling Unit: The HU may be in a status that does not allow for the requested goods movement. For example, it could be in a "Blocked" or "In Transit" status.
  Incomplete Processing: The HU may not have completed previous processes, such as being fully packed or confirmed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain movements based on the status of the HU.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations