How To Fix /SCWM/LT272 - HU requirement must be active for putaway behavior 'Bulk Storage'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LT -

• Message number: 272

• Message text: HU requirement must be active for putaway behavior 'Bulk Storage'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LT272 - HU requirement must be active for putaway behavior 'Bulk Storage' ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LT272 HU requirement must be active for putaway behavior 'Bulk Storage' typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with handling units (HUs) during the putaway process for bulk storage.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system requires handling unit (HU) management to be active for the specific putaway behavior you are trying to use, which in this case is "Bulk Storage." The system is configured to expect that handling units are managed for bulk storage operations, but the necessary settings or configurations are not in place.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM configuration settings and verify that handling unit management is activated for the relevant storage type or storage bin where you are trying to perform the putaway.
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO -> EWM -> Master Data -> Handling Units -> Define Handling Unit Management.
  
  
  
  Activate HU Requirement:
  
  Ensure that the handling unit requirement is activated for the bulk storage putaway behavior. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the warehouse.
  Check the settings for the specific storage type and ensure that the "HU Requirement" checkbox is selected.
  
  
  
  Review Putaway Strategies:
  
  Check the putaway strategies defined for the warehouse and ensure that they are compatible with handling unit management.
  You can find this under: SPRO -> EWM -> Warehouse Operations -> Putaway -> Define Putaway Strategies.
  
  
  
  Check Storage Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the storage type you are using for bulk storage is correctly configured to handle HUs. This includes checking the storage type parameters and ensuring that they align with the requirements for handling units.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test putaway to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configurations, refer to the SAP Help documentation or consult with your SAP EWM functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of goods. They can represent pallets, boxes, or any other type of packaging.
  Bulk Storage: This refers to a storage method where goods are stored in large quantities without individual packaging, often used for raw materials or bulk items.
  Putaway Process: This is the process of moving goods from the receiving area to their designated storage locations within the warehouse.
  
  By ensuring that handling unit management is properly configured and activated for the bulk storage putaway behavior, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your warehouse operations.