How To Fix /SCWM/RF_EN179 - Post difference at sub-HU level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_EN -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Post difference at sub-HU level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN179 - Post difference at sub-HU level ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN179 indicates that there is a post difference at the sub-handling unit (sub-HU) level in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises when there is a discrepancy between the expected and actual quantities of handling units during inventory management processes, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or stock transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Inventory Discrepancies: The most common cause is a mismatch between the physical inventory and the system inventory. This can occur due to:
  
  Manual adjustments made to inventory without corresponding updates in the system.
  Errors during the handling unit creation or processing.
  Incomplete or incorrect data entry during goods movements.
  
  
  
  Sub-HU Management: If sub-handling units are being used, discrepancies can arise if the quantities in the sub-HUs do not match the expected quantities in the parent handling unit.
  
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of handling units or inventory management settings can lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inventory Levels: Verify the physical inventory