How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL143 - No item record belonging to a higher-level HU could be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: No item record belonging to a higher-level HU could be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL143 - No item record belonging to a higher-level HU could be found ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL143 No item record belonging to a higher-level HU could be found typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an item record that is associated with a higher-level handling unit (HU) that you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Item Record: The most common cause is that the item record for the specific handling unit does not exist in the system. This can happen if the handling unit was created without properly associating it with the item records.
  
  
  Incorrect HU Structure: The structure of the handling units may not be correctly defined. For example, if you are trying to access a sub-HU that is supposed to be part of a higher-level HU, but the system cannot find the relationship.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database that link the handling units and item records.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the EWM settings that affect how handling units and item records are managed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check HU and Item Records: Verify that the handling unit you are trying to process has the correct item records associated with it. You can do this by checking the HU details in the system.
  
  
  Recreate the HU: If the HU is found to be incorrectly set up, consider recreating the handling unit with the correct item associations.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP EWM related to handling units and item records. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like /SCWM/HU02 for HU management) to investigate the handling unit and its associated item records.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can sometimes resolve underlying issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to handling units and item records for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of goods. They can be nested (higher-level HUs containing lower-level HUs).
  Item Records: These are records that represent the items contained within handling units and are crucial for inventory management and tracking.
  EWM Configuration: Proper configuration of EWM is essential for effective warehouse management, including the handling of HUs and item records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.