How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS141 - Order number must be known for creating HUs for plant order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Order number must be known for creating HUs for plant order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS141 - Order number must be known for creating HUs for plant order ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS141 indicates that the system requires an order number to create Handling Units (HUs) for a plant order. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and handling unit management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to create a Handling Unit without specifying a valid order number. This is often due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Order Number: The order number is not provided in the transaction or process you are executing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle the creation of HUs for the specific type of order you are working with.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the order or related master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Number: Ensure that you are providing a valid order number when attempting to create