How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS311 - Delivery item with reference item &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Delivery item with reference item &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS311 - Delivery item with reference item &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS311 indicates that there is an issue with a delivery item that references another item which does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Item: The delivery item that you are trying to process is referencing another item (usually a parent item or a related item) that does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database or issues with the way the items were created or linked.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for handling units or delivery processing may not be set up correctly, leading to references to non-existent items.
  Deleted or Inactive Items: The referenced item may have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Reference Item: Verify that the reference item (indicated by &1 in the error message) exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to look up the item.
  Review Delivery Document: Check the delivery document to ensure that all items are correctly listed and that there are no discrepancies.
  Recreate Missing Items: If the reference item is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to handling units and delivery processing in EWM. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), HU02 (Display Handling Unit), and EWM specific transactions for handling units.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS311 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on handling units and delivery processing in EWM for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.