How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS011 - HU &4: Loading weight &1 &3 greater than allowed weight &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: HU &4: Loading weight &1 &3 greater than allowed weight &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS011 - HU &4: Loading weight &1 &3 greater than allowed weight &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS011 indicates that there is an issue with the loading weight of a Handling Unit (HU) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The message specifically states that the actual loading weight of the Handling Unit exceeds the allowed weight limit.
  Cause:
  
  Weight Exceedance: The actual weight of the items packed in the Handling Unit (HU) is greater than the maximum allowed weight defined for that HU or for the storage location.
  Configuration Issues: The weight limits may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the packing process may lead to an incorrect weight being calculated or recorded.
  Material Master Settings: The material master data for the items in the HU may not have the correct weight information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Weight Configuration:
  
  Review the weight limits set for the Handling Unit and ensure they are appropriate for the items being packed.
  Check the configuration settings in the system for weight limits at the storage type or storage location level.
  
  
  
  Verify the Packed Items:
  
  Inspect the items packed in the HU to ensure that their total weight does not exceed the allowed limit.
  If necessary, remove some items from the HU to bring the total weight within the allowed limit.
  
  
  
  Adjust Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master records for the items in the HU to ensure that the weight data is accurate and up to date.
  If there are discrepancies, update the material master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Repack the Handling Unit:
  
  If the weight is still exceeding the limit after adjustments, consider repacking the HU with different items or quantities that comply with the weight restrictions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on handling weight-related issues in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/HU to manage Handling Units or /SCWM/PR for packing-related processes.
  Weight Units: Ensure that the weight units (e.g., kilograms, pounds) are consistent across the system to avoid confusion.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect weight calculations or validations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the Handling Units comply with the weight restrictions set in your SAP EWM system.