How To Fix /SPE/ID_HANDLING140 - ASN already contains packing items - no changes possible from ICH-side

/SPE/ID_HANDLING140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/ID_HANDLING -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: ASN already contains packing items - no changes possible from ICH-side

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/ID_HANDLING140 - ASN already contains packing items - no changes possible from ICH-side ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/ID_HANDLING140 ASN already contains packing items - no changes possible from ICH-side typically occurs in the context of Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with inbound deliveries and packing items.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the ASN you are trying to modify already has packing items associated with it. Once packing items are added to an ASN, the system restricts further changes to ensure data integrity and consistency. This is a safeguard to prevent discrepancies between the ASN and the actual physical goods being received.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Review ASN Status: Check the status of the ASN to confirm if it is already processed or if it has packing items. If it is already processed, you may need to create a new ASN or make adjustments to the existing one through the appropriate channels.
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: