How To Fix /SCWM/POHU052 - Item &1 of outb.del.ord. &2 can only be unpacked due to dlv. hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/POHU -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Item &1 of outb.del.ord. &2 can only be unpacked due to dlv. hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/POHU052 - Item &1 of outb.del.ord. &2 can only be unpacked due to dlv. hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/POHU052 indicates that there is an issue with unpacking an item in an outbound delivery order due to the delivery hierarchy. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to unpack items that are part of a delivery hierarchy, such as when dealing with handling units (HUs) or when items are packed in a specific way that does not allow for unpacking in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Delivery Hierarchy: The item you are trying to unpack is part of a delivery hierarchy that restricts how it can be unpacked. This could be due to the way the items are packed into handling units or the relationships between different items in the delivery.
  Handling Units: If the item is packed in a handling unit that has specific packing instructions or restrictions, it may not allow for unpacking in the way you are attempting.
  Configuration