How To Fix /SCWM/WHO117 - Rule &1 inconsistent. Max. vol. per HU * max. no. HUs < max. WO volume

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHO -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Rule &1 inconsistent. Max. vol. per HU * max. no. HUs < max. WO volume

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHO117 - Rule &1 inconsistent. Max. vol. per HU * max. no. HUs < max. WO volume ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHO117 Rule &1 inconsistent. Max. vol. per HU * max. no. HUs < max. WO volume typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is a configuration issue related to handling units (HUs) and work orders (WOs). This error indicates that the configuration for a specific handling unit rule is inconsistent with the maximum volume defined for a work order.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the maximum volume that can be handled by the handling unit (HU) rule does not meet the requirements of the work order. Specifically, the calculation:
  Max. volume per HU * Max. number of HUs < Max. WO volume
  is not satisfied. This means that the total volume capacity defined by the handling unit rule is less than the volume required by the work order.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the handling unit rule in SAP EWM.
  Check the parameters for "Max. volume per HU" and "Max. number of HUs".
  Ensure that the product and handling unit types are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Work Order Volume:
  
  If possible, review the work order volume and see if it can be adjusted to fit within the limits set by the handling unit rule.
  
  
  
  Modify the Handling Unit Rule:
  
  If the work order volume is correct and cannot be changed, consider increasing the "Max. volume per HU" or "Max. number of HUs" in the handling unit rule to accommodate the work order volume.
  
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the product master data is correctly set up, including the dimensions and weight, which can affect the volume calculations.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to process the work order again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRD for product master data or /SCWM/HU for handling unit management to access the relevant configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on handling unit rules and work order processing.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your handling unit rules are consistent with your work order requirements.