How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS087 - Identification type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Identification type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS087 - Identification type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS087 Identification type &1 is not defined typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to use an identification type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Identification Type: The identification type specified (represented by &1 in the error message) is not configured in the system. This could happen if the identification type was not set up during the configuration of handling units or if there was a mistake in the data entry.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to handling units or identification types in the EWM system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the identification types may not have been properly transferred or defined in the new system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for handling units in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, typically found under Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Handling Unit Management -> Define Identification Types.
  Ensure that the identification type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Identification Type:
  
  If the identification type is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This involves specifying the necessary parameters and ensuring it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to handling units and ensure that all necessary identification types are correctly assigned to the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on handling unit configuration and identification types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the handling units function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/HU to access handling unit management functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the identification types are properly defined in your SAP EWM system.