How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS274 - Handling unit &1 was last posted with material document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Handling unit &1 was last posted with material document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS274 - Handling unit &1 was last posted with material document &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS274 indicates that a handling unit (HU) is being referenced in a way that is not allowed because it has already been posted with a material document. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and handling unit management in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on a handling unit that has already been posted in a material document. This could happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to change the status of the handling unit.
  Attempting to delete or modify the handling unit.
  Performing a movement or transfer that is not allowed because the handling unit is already associated with a previous transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Material Document: Review the material document referenced in the error message. You can do this by using transaction codes like MB03 to display the material document and see the details of the posting.
  
  
  Identify the Handling Unit Status: Use transaction /SCWM/HU to check the status of the handling unit. Ensure that it is in a state that allows the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Reconcile Transactions: If the handling unit is involved in a transaction that is still open or pending, you may need to complete or reverse that transaction before proceeding.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling units and material documents in EWM.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of goods. Each handling unit can contain one or more materials and is tracked throughout the warehouse processes.
  Material Documents: These are records of material movements in SAP, which can include goods receipts, goods issues, and transfers. Each material document is associated with specific handling units when they are involved in the transaction.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/HU for handling unit management and MB03 for viewing material documents.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to address the issue effectively.