How To Fix /SCWM/UI139 - Warehouse task exists (internally) for HU &1; save first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Warehouse task exists (internally) for HU &1; save first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI139 - Warehouse task exists (internally) for HU &1; save first ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI139 Warehouse task exists (internally) for HU &1; save first typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you attempt to perform an action on a Handling Unit (HU) that is currently associated with an open warehouse task. This means that there is an existing warehouse task that needs to be completed or saved before you can proceed with the action you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Open Warehouse Task: The primary cause of this error is that there is an open warehouse task linked to the Handling Unit (HU) you are trying to work with. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The warehouse task has not been completed.
  The warehouse task is in a status that prevents further actions.
  The system is trying to process the HU while it is still being used in another operation.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Warehouse Tasks:
  
  Navigate to the warehouse task management screen in SAP EWM.
  Look for any open warehouse tasks associated with the specific Handling Unit (HU) indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel the Warehouse Task:
  
  If the warehouse task is still valid and needs to be completed, proceed to complete it.
  If the warehouse task is no longer needed, you may cancel it.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  If you made any changes to the warehouse task or the HU, ensure that you save those changes before attempting to perform the action again.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Action:
  
  After addressing the open warehouse task, try to perform the action again on the Handling Unit.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for processing inbound deliveries or /SCWM/PRDO for outbound deliveries.
  Warehouse Task Management: Understanding how warehouse tasks are created, processed, and completed in SAP EWM can help prevent this error in the future.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage warehouse tasks in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.