How To Fix /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD069 - HU &1 is not set for external. New number is taken from internal range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: HU &1 is not set for external. New number is taken from internal range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD069 - HU &1 is not set for external. New number is taken from internal range ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/STOCK_UPLOAD069 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) is not set for external use, and as a result, a new number is being generated from the internal range. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and handling units in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Handling Unit Configuration: The Handling Unit (HU) in question is not configured to be used externally. This could be due to settings in the system that dictate how HUs are managed and numbered.
  Number Range Settings: The number range for external HUs may not be properly defined or activated in the system.
  Data Upload Issues: If you are uploading data (e.g., via a stock upload), the system may not recognize the HU as valid for external use based on the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check HU Configuration:
  
  Go to the Handling Unit management settings in SAP and verify the configuration for the specific HU type. Ensure that it is set to allow external usage.
  You can check the settings in transaction code /SCWM/HU or through the relevant customizing paths.
  
  
  
  Review Number Range Settings:
  
  Ensure that the number range for external HUs is defined and active. You can check this in the customizing settings under Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Handling Unit Management -> Define Number Ranges for Handling Units.
  Make sure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant HU types.
  
  
  
  Data Upload Process:
  
  If you are performing a data upload, ensure that the data being uploaded is correctly formatted and that the HUs are valid for external use.
  Review the upload process and any associated mappings to ensure that they align with the expected configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling units and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that HUs can be created or processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/HU, /SCWM/PR, and others related to warehouse management and handling units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.