How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM127 - HUs with unknown content shall not be part of an HU-hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 127

• Message text: HUs with unknown content shall not be part of an HU-hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM127 - HUs with unknown content shall not be part of an HU-hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM127 indicates that handling units (HUs) with unknown content cannot be part of a handling unit hierarchy. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to create or manage a hierarchy of handling units that includes one or more HUs that do not have defined or recognized contents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unknown Content: The handling unit in question does not have any items or products associated with it, or the items are not recognized in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the handling units, such as missing or incorrect material master data.
  Incorrect HU Configuration: The handling unit may not be properly configured or may not meet the necessary criteria to be part of a hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check HU Content: Verify the contents of the handling units involved. Ensure that all HUs in