How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM087 - Creation of HU not possible as HUs are not allowed in storage type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Creation of HU not possible as HUs are not allowed in storage type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM087 - Creation of HU not possible as HUs are not allowed in storage type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM087 indicates that the creation of Handling Units (HUs) is not possible in a specific storage type because HUs are not allowed in that storage type. This error typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) in SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the storage type configuration does not allow the use of Handling Units. This can happen due to:
  
  Storage Type Settings: The storage type has been configured in such a way that it does not permit the creation or use of HUs.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The overall warehouse management settings may restrict the use of HUs in certain storage types.
  Material Master Settings: The material being handled may have settings that conflict with HU usage.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the storage type in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for the storage type in question.
  Ensure that the option to allow Handling Units is enabled for that storage type.
  
  
  
  Modify Storage Type Settings:
  
  If HUs are not allowed, you may need to change the configuration to allow HUs. This can typically be done in the storage type definition settings.
  You can find this under: 
  
  SPRO > Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Master Data > Define Storage Types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Management Settings:
  
  Check if there are any overarching settings in the warehouse management configuration that restrict the use of HUs.
  Ensure that the warehouse is set up to handle HUs appropriately.
  
  
  
  Material Master Review:
  
  Check the material master data for the material you are trying to create an HU for. Ensure that it is set up to allow for HU handling.
  You can check this in the material master under the relevant views (e.g., Warehouse Management view).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes or guidelines related to HUs and storage types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation of the HU again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO, LT01, or HU02 to access the relevant configuration and testing functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the storage type settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow the creation of Handling Units in the specified storage type.