How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV396 - HU &1 with reference to inactive delivery cannot be processed

/SCWM/SHP_RCV396 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 396

• Message text: HU &1 with reference to inactive delivery cannot be processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV396 - HU &1 with reference to inactive delivery cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV396 with the description "HU &1 with reference to inactive delivery cannot be processed" typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the handling unit you are trying to process is linked to a delivery that is currently inactive, meaning it cannot be processed further in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Delivery: The primary cause of this error is that the delivery associated with the handling unit (HU) is inactive. This can happen if the delivery has been canceled, completed, or is in a status that does not allow further processing.
  Status Issues: The delivery might be in a status that restricts operations, such as "Completed," "Canceled," or "Blocked."
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect references between the handling unit and the delivery.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery Status: Verify the status of