How To Fix /SCWM/WHO152 - Dimensions of product &1 do not fit HU of type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHO -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Dimensions of product &1 do not fit HU of type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHO152 - Dimensions of product &1 do not fit HU of type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHO152 indicates that there is a mismatch between the dimensions of a product and the handling unit (HU) type being used in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and handling units in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the dimensions (length, width, height) of the product being packed into a handling unit do not conform to the dimensions defined for the handling unit type. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Product Dimensions: The product's dimensions may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Handling Unit Type Configuration: The handling unit type may have specific dimension constraints that the product does not meet.
  Packing Instructions: The packing instructions may not align with the product's dimensions and the handling unit type.
  Product Master Data: The product master data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to dimension mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Dimensions:
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP and verify the dimensions (length, width, height) of the product. Ensure they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Handling Unit Type:
  
  Check the configuration of the handling unit type in the system. Ensure that the dimensions allowed for the handling unit type can accommodate the product dimensions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Packing Instructions:
  
  If packing instructions are being used, review them to ensure they are set up correctly and that they allow for the product dimensions.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If you find discrepancies in the product or handling unit type dimensions, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Test Packing Process:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the packing process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue continues, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/MAT1 to check material master data or /SCWM/HU to manage handling units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling unit configurations.
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration settings related to handling units and packing to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/WHO152.