How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL168 - Product &1 is too wide

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Product &1 is too wide

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL168 - Product &1 is too wide ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL168 indicating that "Product &1 is too wide" typically occurs in the context of warehouse management, particularly when dealing with handling units (HUs) in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error suggests that the dimensions of the product exceed the allowable limits for the handling unit or storage location.
  Cause:
  
  Product Dimensions: The product's width exceeds the maximum width allowed for the handling unit or storage location.
  Storage Type Configuration: The storage type may have specific dimension constraints that the product does not meet.
  Handling Unit Configuration: The handling unit type may have restrictions on the dimensions of the products it can contain.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Dimensions: Verify the dimensions of the product in the material master. Ensure that the width is correctly defined and does not exceed the limits set in the system.
  Review Storage Type Settings: Check the configuration of the storage type in EWM. Ensure that the maximum width allowed for the storage type can accommodate the product's dimensions.
  Adjust Handling Unit Configuration: If necessary, modify the handling unit type settings to allow for wider products, or consider using a different handling unit type that can accommodate the product's dimensions.
  Re-evaluate Storage Location: If the product is intended for a specific storage location, ensure that the location's configuration allows for the product's dimensions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP EWM administrator for specific configuration settings related to handling units and storage types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the product to ensure that all dimensions are correctly entered.
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration settings for handling units and storage types to ensure they align with the physical characteristics of the products being managed.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling unit configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further troubleshooting and resolution.