/SCWM/UI_POST015 - Handling unit &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_POST -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Handling unit &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST015 - Handling unit &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_POST015 Handling unit &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when you are trying to access or manipulate a handling unit (HU) that the system cannot find. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Non-Existent Handling Unit: The handling unit you are trying to access may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the HU number or because the HU has been deleted or not created yet.
  
  
  Incorrect Warehouse Number: The handling unit may exist, but it could be associated with a different warehouse number than the one you are currently working in.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between EWM and SAP ERP), the handling unit may not be recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the handling unit.
  
  
  Status of the Handling Unit: The handling unit may be in a status that prevents it from being accessed or processed (e.g., it may be locked or in a closed status).
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Handling Unit Number: Double-check the handling unit number you are using. Ensure there are no typos and that you are using the correct format.
  
  
  Check Warehouse Number: Ensure that you are working in the correct warehouse context. If the HU belongs to a different warehouse, switch to that warehouse.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/HU to search for the handling unit directly in the system. This can help confirm whether the HU exists.
  
  
  Check System Logs: Review system logs or error messages for additional context that might indicate why the handling unit is not found.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access handling units in the system.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for any underlying system issues or data synchronization problems.
  
  
  Recreate Handling Unit: If the handling unit was deleted or not created, you may need to recreate it based on your warehouse processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to handling units in EWM.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on handling units and their management.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message regarding the handling unit in SAP EWM.