How To Fix /SCWM/POHU009 - General error while creating planned shipping HUs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/POHU -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: General error while creating planned shipping HUs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/POHU009 - General error while creating planned shipping HUs ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/POHU009 indicates a general error that occurs while creating planned shipping Handling Units (HUs) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and troubleshooting it typically involves checking several aspects of the configuration and data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the handling unit management or shipping processes in EWM.
  Master Data Problems: Missing or incorrect master data related to products, packaging materials, or handling units can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: Inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect quantities or incompatible product characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create planned shipping HUs.
  System Settings: Incorrect system settings or parameters related to shipping or handling unit creation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for handling units and shipping processes in EWM. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Validate Master Data: