How To Fix /SCWM/MEDI055 - Ultimate consignee &1 for handling unit (HU) of item &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MEDI -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Ultimate consignee &1 for handling unit (HU) of item &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MEDI055 - Ultimate consignee &1 for handling unit (HU) of item &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MEDI055 Ultimate consignee &1 for handling unit (HU) of item &2 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with the ultimate consignee information for a handling unit (HU). This error indicates that the system cannot find the ultimate consignee specified for the handling unit of the given item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ultimate Consignee Data: The ultimate consignee information may not be maintained in the system for the specified handling unit or item.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the EWM settings related to ultimate consignees.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to the inability to find the ultimate consignee.
  Incorrect Handling Unit Assignment: The handling unit may not be correctly assigned to the item or may not have the necessary data linked to it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ultimate Consignee Data:
  
  Verify that the ultimate consignee is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data (e.g., customer master data).
  Ensure that the ultimate consignee is assigned to the handling unit in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data:
  
  If the ultimate consignee is missing, you may need to create or update the ultimate consignee information in the system.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to maintain the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Assignment:
  
  Check the handling unit assignment for the item. Ensure that the handling unit is correctly linked to the item and that all necessary data is populated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the EWM configuration settings related to ultimate consignees. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the master data or transactional data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling ultimate consignee data in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EWM for Extended Warehouse Management, BP for Business Partner maintenance, and LT03 for creating transfer orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, 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 resolve the error message and ensure that the ultimate consignee information is correctly maintained for handling units in your SAP EWM system.