How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS201 - Type of item to be created was not specified (field VELIN)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Type of item to be created was not specified (field VELIN)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS201 - Type of item to be created was not specified (field VELIN) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS201 indicates that the system requires a specification of the type of item to be created, but this information is missing in the relevant field (VELIN). This error typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A handling unit (HU) is being created or processed, but the system does not have the necessary information about the type of item (e.g., product, packaging material) that should be associated with the handling unit.
  The field VELIN, which is expected to contain the item type, is either empty or not properly populated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the item type configuration in your system is correctly set up. This includes checking the material master data and ensuring that the relevant fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review the Handling Unit Creation Process:
  
  When creating a handling unit, ensure that all required fields, including the item type (VELIN), are filled out correctly. This may involve checking the transaction or program that is being used to create the handling unit.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to see where the field VELIN is being set or why it is not being populated. This can help identify if there is a missing step in the process.
  
  
  
  Check User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If there are any custom developments (user exits or BAdIs) that modify the handling unit creation process, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently clearing or failing to set the VELIN field.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to handling units and the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with details about the error, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/HU_CREATE for creating handling units.
  Material Master: Ensure that the material master records for the items involved are correctly maintained, including the relevant views for handling units.
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration settings related to handling units, including packaging specifications and item types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS201.