How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL142 - Item for Handling Unit &1 could not be found; case &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Item for Handling Unit &1 could not be found; case &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL142 - Item for Handling Unit &1 could not be found; case &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL142 indicates that the system could not find the specified item for the handling unit (HU) in the context of a specific case. This error typically arises in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with the handling unit or the associated items.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Data: The item associated with the handling unit may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Handling Unit: The handling unit number provided may be incorrect or not properly linked to the item.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Case Reference: The case number provided may not correspond to the handling unit or item in question.
  Status Issues: The handling unit or item may be in a status that prevents it from being processed (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Handling Unit and Item: Check the handling unit