How To Fix VHU01091 - Packing not possible due to weight or volume restrictions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHU01 - Message ID for Master Data Maintenance Packing Objects

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Packing not possible due to weight or volume restrictions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHU01091 - Packing not possible due to weight or volume restrictions ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VHU01091: Packing not possible due to weight or volume restrictions:
  
  Error Message:
  VHU01091 - Packing not possible due to weight or volume restrictions
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the packing process in SAP Logistics Execution (LE) or Warehouse Management (WM) when the system tries to pack goods into a handling unit (HU), but the packing fails because the weight or volume of the goods exceeds the allowed limits defined for the handling unit or packing material.
  Specifically:
  
  The gross weight or volume of the goods being packed exceeds the maximum allowed weight or volume for the handling unit or packing material.
  The system checks the packing limits defined in the packing instructions, packing material master data, or handling unit type.
  If the sum of the weights or volumes of the contents plus the packing material exceeds the limits, the system blocks the packing.
  
  
  Where the limits are maintained:
  
  Handling Unit Type (HU Type): Maximum weight and volume limits are maintained in the HU type configuration.
  Packing Material Master Data: Weight and volume restrictions can be maintained here.
  Packing Instructions: May contain restrictions on weight/volume.
  Material Master Data: Weight and volume data of the materials being packed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Handling Unit Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Handling Unit Management ? Basic Settings ? Define Handling Unit Types.
  Verify the maximum allowed weight and volume for the HU type.
  Increase the limits if appropriate and feasible.
  
  
  
  Check Packing Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction PACK or MM03 to check the packing material.
  Verify the weight and volume limits.
  Adjust if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review the Weight and Volume of the Goods:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction MM03) for weight and volume.
  Confirm that the total weight and volume of the goods plus packing material do not exceed the limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust Packing Instructions:
  
  If packing instructions are used, review them to ensure they do not impose restrictive limits.
  
  
  
  Split the Packing:
  
  If the goods exceed the limits, consider splitting the packing into multiple handling units.
  
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the units of measure for weight and volume are consistent across materials, packing materials, and HU types.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in industries where strict packing regulations exist, such as pharmaceuticals or chemicals.
  The system enforces these limits to ensure safe handling and transportation.
  Sometimes, the error can also occur if the packing material's own weight is not considered properly.
  Debugging or checking the packing process in transaction HU02 or HU03 can help identify the exact cause.
  SAP Notes and documentation related to Handling Unit Management (HUM) and packing can provide further guidance.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Weight or volume of packed goods exceeds limits defined in HU type or packing material.
  
  
  Solution
  Adjust HU type limits, packing material data, or split packing into multiple HUs.
  
  
  Transactions
  SPRO (configuration), PACK (packing material), MM03 (material master), HU02/HU03 (HU).
  
  
  Related Areas
  Handling Unit Management, Packing Instructions, Material Master Data.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps or transaction codes, feel free to ask!