How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS163 - HU &1 was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: HU &1 was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS163 - HU &1 was deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS163 HU &1 was deleted typically indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) you are trying to access or perform an operation on has been deleted from the system. This can occur in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The Handling Unit may have been manually deleted by a user or through a process that removes HUs.
  System Process: Certain system processes or background jobs may delete HUs based on specific criteria (e.g., after a goods issue).
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization that lead to the HU being marked as deleted.
  Incorrect HU Reference: The operation you are trying to perform may reference an HU that was never created or has already been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check HU Status: Verify the status of the Handling Unit in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCWM/HU or /SCWM/HU_DISPLAY to see if the HU exists and its current status.
  Review Logs: Check system logs or change logs to see if there are any entries related to the deletion of the HU. This can provide insights into when and why the HU was deleted.
  Recreate HU: If the HU is essential for your operations, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all necessary data is provided to create a new HU.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no ongoing processes or transactions that depend on the HU. If there are, you may need to resolve those before proceeding.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to Handling Units and the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, HUs are used to manage and track physical items in the warehouse. They can represent single items or multiple items packed together.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing HUs, such as /SCWM/HU, /SCWM/HU_DISPLAY, and others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS163 HU &1 was deleted.