How To Fix /SEHS/DG_HM004 - Entry with mixed loading groups &1 and &2 for regulat. &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_HM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Entry with mixed loading groups &1 and &2 for regulat. &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_HM004 - Entry with mixed loading groups &1 and &2 for regulat. &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_HM004 indicates that there is an issue with mixed loading groups in the context of handling materials or products in the SAP system. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to create or process a record that involves different loading groups for the same material or product, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a record (like a delivery, shipment, or production order) that involves materials or products that have been assigned to different loading groups.
  The system detects that there is already an existing entry for the same material or product with a different loading group, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data for the materials involved and check the loading group assigned to each material.
  Ensure that the materials you are trying to process have the same loading group.
  
  
  
  Standardize Loading Groups:
  
  If the materials should indeed have the same loading group, you may need to update the loading group for one or more of the materials to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Entries:
  
  Check for existing entries in the system that may be causing the conflict. You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to view the details of the materials involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines regarding loading groups in your organization to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Loading Group: This is a classification used in logistics to group materials based on their loading characteristics. It can affect transportation planning and execution.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it includes various views such as basic data, purchasing, sales, and logistics.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.