How To Fix /SCWM/RF_DE223 - Handling unit is not empty; deletion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_DE -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Handling unit is not empty; deletion not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE223 - Handling unit is not empty; deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_DE223 Handling unit is not empty; deletion not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when you attempt to delete a handling unit (HU) that still contains stock or items. This error is a safeguard to prevent the deletion of HUs that are not empty, as it could lead to inconsistencies in inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-empty Handling Unit: The primary cause of this error is that the handling unit you are trying to delete still contains stock or items. SAP does not allow the deletion of HUs that have inventory associated with them.
  Incorrect Process Flow: The handling unit may be part of a process flow that requires it to remain intact until certain conditions are met (e.g., picking, shipping, etc.).
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in your SAP EWM system that enforce strict rules regarding handling unit management.
  
  
  Solution:
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