How To Fix /SCWM/L3427 - HU WT cannot be confirmed due to open product WTs for HU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/L3 -

• Message number: 427

• Message text: HU WT cannot be confirmed due to open product WTs for HU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/L3427 - HU WT cannot be confirmed due to open product WTs for HU ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/L3427 HU WT cannot be confirmed due to open product WTs for HU typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there are open product handling units (HUs) that prevent the confirmation of a warehouse task (WT) for a specific handling unit.
  Cause:
  This error arises when:
  
  There are open product WTs associated with the handling unit (HU) that you are trying to confirm.
  The system requires that all product-related WTs for the HU be completed before the HU WT can be confirmed.
  The handling unit may be in a state that does not allow for confirmation due to pending tasks or processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Product WTs:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/WT or /SCWM/HU to check for any open product WTs associated with the HU in question.
  Identify the open WTs that are linked to the HU.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Open WTs:
  
  If the open WTs are valid and need to be processed, complete them first. This may involve picking, packing, or moving the products as required.
  If the open WTs are no longer needed, you may cancel them if your business process allows for it.
  
  
  
  Confirm the HU WT:
  
  Once all open product WTs are either completed or canceled, attempt to confirm the HU WT again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings in your EWM system to ensure that the handling unit and warehouse task processes are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling units and warehouse tasks in EWM.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, check for any system issues or bugs that may be affecting the confirmation process. You may need to consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, HUs are used to manage the physical handling of products. Each HU can contain one or more products and is tracked throughout the warehouse process.
  Warehouse Tasks (WTs): WTs are the instructions for warehouse operations, such as picking, putaway, or stock transfer. Each WT is linked to specific HUs and products.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/WT for warehouse tasks and /SCWM/HU for handling units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully confirm the warehouse task for the handling unit.