How To Fix /SCWM/OUTB_PACK005 - Can't find handling unit item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/OUTB_PACK -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Can't find handling unit item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/OUTB_PACK005 - Can't find handling unit item ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/OUTB_PACK005 Can't find handling unit item typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to locate a specific handling unit (HU) item during outbound processing. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Handling Unit: The handling unit you are trying to process may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect HU Number: The handling unit number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  HU Not Assigned: The handling unit may not be assigned to the relevant outbound delivery or may not be linked to the correct warehouse task.
  Status Issues: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., blocked, not released).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data synchronization between different modules (e.g.,