How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM111 - Open TU &1 exists for HU &2; archiving not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Open TU &1 exists for HU &2; archiving not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM111 - Open TU &1 exists for HU &2; archiving not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM111 indicates that there is an open Transportation Unit (TU) associated with a Handling Unit (HU) that you are trying to archive. This situation prevents the archiving process because the system requires that all related TUs be closed before an HU can be archived.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There is an open Transportation Unit linked to the Handling Unit you are attempting to archive.
  The system enforces data integrity by ensuring that all related transactions are completed before allowing archiving.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Open Transportation Unit:
  
  Use transaction codes such as /SCWM/TU or /SCWM/HU to find the open Transportation Unit (TU) associated with the Handling Unit (HU) in question.
  Check the status of the TU to confirm that it is indeed open.
  
  
  
  Close the Open Transportation Unit:
  
  If the TU is still in use, you will need to complete or close it. This may involve:
  
  Completing the delivery process.
  Confirming the transportation activities.
  Ensuring that all goods movements related to the TU are finalized.
  
  
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Archiving:
  
  Once the TU is closed, you can attempt to archive the Handling Unit again.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  If there are multiple TUs or other dependencies, ensure that all related TUs are closed before archiving the HU.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) such as /SCWM/HU for Handling Units and /SCWM/TU for Transportation Units.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on Handling Units and Transportation Units in the context of archiving.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system settings for archiving are correctly configured to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully archive the Handling Unit. If issues persist, consider consulting with your SAP support team or checking for any system notes or updates related to this error message.