How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL172 - Handling unit &1 was changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Handling unit &1 was changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL172 - Handling unit &1 was changed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL172 indicates that a handling unit (HU) has been changed, which can occur in various scenarios within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This message typically arises when there is an attempt to perform an operation on a handling unit that has been modified or is in a state that does not allow the requested action.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Changes: The handling unit may have been modified by another user or process while you were trying to perform an operation on it.
  Status Change: The handling unit may have undergone a status change that prevents the operation you are trying to execute (e.g., it may have been moved to a different location or its contents may have been altered).
  Locking Issues: The handling unit might be locked due to another transaction or process that is currently being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: Try refreshing the screen or reloading the handling unit data to ensure you are working with the most current information.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if the handling unit is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Changes: If you have access, review the change logs or history for the handling unit to understand what modifications have been made.
  Retry the Operation: After ensuring that no other processes are affecting the handling unit, attempt to perform the operation again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the handling unit and the operation you are trying to perform.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/HU for handling unit management.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform operations on handling units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the handling unit error message in SAP EWM.