How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL096 - HU &4: Tare weight negative (total weight &1 &3 minus load. weight &2 &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: HU &4: Tare weight negative (total weight &1 &3 minus load. weight &2 &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL096 - HU &4: Tare weight negative (total weight &1 &3 minus load. weight &2 &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL096 indicates that there is an issue with the handling unit (HU) weight in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the tare weight is negative, which means that the total weight of the handling unit minus the load weight results in a negative value. This situation is not valid, as weights cannot be negative.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Weight Entries: The total weight of the handling unit may have been incorrectly entered or calculated, leading to a situation where the tare weight (the weight of the empty handling unit) is less than the load weight (the weight of the contents).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the handling unit, such as missing or incorrect weight information.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the EWM system that affect how weights are calculated or validated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Weight Entries:
  
  Verify the total weight and load weight of the handling unit. Ensure that the total weight is greater than or equal to the load weight.
  If necessary, correct the weight entries in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Data:
  
  Check the handling unit's details in the system to ensure that all weight-related fields are populated correctly.
  Look for any discrepancies in the handling unit's configuration or data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tare Weight:
  
  If the tare weight is set incorrectly, adjust it to reflect the actual weight of the empty handling unit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to handling units and weight management in EWM for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct and that there are no underlying configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the handling unit processing again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, handling units are used to manage and track physical items in the warehouse. Each handling unit can have associated weights, including tare weight and load weight.
  Weight Management: Proper weight management is crucial for logistics and inventory management, as it affects shipping, storage, and handling processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to handling unit weight calculations.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.