How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS279 - Specifying a material document overrides HU entry

/SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Specifying a material document overrides HU entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS279 - Specifying a material document overrides HU entry ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS279: Specifying a material document overrides HU entry typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the handling unit (HU) data and the material document being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or process a material document (such as a goods movement) that conflicts with the existing handling unit data. Specifically, it suggests that the system is trying to override the handling unit entry with a material document, which is not allowed in certain scenarios. This can happen due to:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The material document you are trying to create or modify may not match the handling unit's data.
  Incorrect Process Flow: The process you are following may not be appropriate for the handling unit's current status or configuration.
  Manual Entry: If a user manually enters a material document