How To Fix /SCWM/MIGRATION182 - Creation of handling unit &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MIGRATION -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Creation of handling unit &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MIGRATION182 - Creation of handling unit &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MIGRATION182 Creation of handling unit &1 failed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly during the handling unit (HU) creation process. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The handling unit creation may fail if required data is missing or incorrect. This can include missing material master data, incorrect storage location, or invalid handling unit type.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EWM settings, such as incorrect settings for handling unit types or storage types.
  
  
  System Constraints: The system may have constraints or limitations that prevent the creation of the handling unit, such as stock availability or warehouse management settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create handling units, leading to the failure of the process.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or system performance problems.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all required data for the handling unit creation is complete and correct. Verify the material master data, storage location, and handling unit type.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the EWM configuration settings related to handling units. Ensure that the handling unit types and storage types are correctly configured.
  
  
  Analyze System Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for detailed error messages and logs that can provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform handling unit creation. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Technical 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 such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery processing and /SCWM/HU for handling unit management.
  Documentation: Review SAP EWM documentation for handling unit management to understand the processes and requirements better.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.