How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL171 - Handling unit &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Handling unit &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL171 - Handling unit &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL171 Handling unit &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when you are trying to access or manipulate a handling unit (HU) that the system cannot find. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Handling Unit Number: The handling unit number you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Deleted Handling Unit: The handling unit may have been deleted or archived in the system.
  HU Not Created: The handling unit may not have been created yet, or it may not have been properly saved in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between EWM and ERP).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the handling unit.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Handling Unit Number: Double-check the handling unit number you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check HU Status: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/HU to check the status of the handling unit and see if it exists in the system.
  Create Handling Unit: If the handling unit does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction or process.
  Check Deletion/Archiving: If the handling unit was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or create a new one.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access handling units in the system.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or error logs for additional information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/HU for handling unit management.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to handling units.
  Documentation: Review SAP EWM documentation for handling units to understand the processes and requirements for creating and managing HUs.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.