How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV391 - Handling unit &1 cannot be processed due to blocked delivery item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 391

• Message text: Handling unit &1 cannot be processed due to blocked delivery item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV391 - Handling unit &1 cannot be processed due to blocked delivery item ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV391 indicates that a handling unit (HU) cannot be processed because it is associated with a blocked delivery item. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Blocked Delivery Item: The delivery item linked to the handling unit is blocked for processing. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  The item is on hold due to quality inspection.
  The item is blocked due to a stock issue or inventory discrepancy.
  The item is blocked due to a manual block set by a user or system process.
  
  
  
  Status of the Handling Unit: The handling unit may have a status that prevents it from being processed, such as being in a state of "blocked" or "in transit."
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are causing the handling unit to be blocked.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Delivery Item Status:
  
  Go to the delivery document associated with the handling unit and check the status of the delivery item.
  If the item is blocked, identify the reason for the block (e.g., quality inspection, manual block) and take appropriate action to unblock it.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Status:
  
  Check the status of the handling unit in the system. If it is blocked, determine the reason and resolve it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Quality Inspection:
  
  If the item is blocked due to quality inspection, ensure that the inspection is completed and the item is released for processing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Warehouse Management:
  
  If you are unsure about the status or the reason for the block, consult with your warehouse management team or system administrator for further investigation.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the system configuration related to handling units and delivery items to ensure that there are no settings causing the block.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRDI (for processing delivery items) or /SCWM/HU (for handling units) to investigate and manage the relevant documents.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP EWM documentation for more details on handling units and delivery processing.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.