How To Fix /SCWM/UI_PACKING156 - HU is not at this work center; completion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PACKING -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: HU is not at this work center; completion not possible

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING156 - HU is not at this work center; completion not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING156 HU is not at this work center; completion not possible typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you are trying to complete a handling unit (HU) at a work center where it is not currently located. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Work Center: The handling unit (HU) you are trying to process is not physically present at the work center you are attempting to complete the task in.
  HU Status: The status of the handling unit may not allow it to be processed at the specified work center.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that do not align the HU with the work center.
  Movement Type: The movement type used may not be appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify HU Location: Check the current location of