How To Fix VHU01135 - F4 help could not be activated - no item category entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 135

• Message text: F4 help could not be activated - no item category entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHU01135 - F4 help could not be activated - no item category entered ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VHU01135 - F4 help could not be activated - no item category entered
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use the F4 help (value help or search help) for an item category field in a transaction related to handling unit management (e.g., in delivery processing), but the system cannot activate the F4 help because the item category field is empty or not filled in.
  In SAP, the F4 help for item categories depends on the context, and the system needs the item category to be entered first to determine the valid values or to provide the correct search help. Without an item category, the system cannot determine which help list to show.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When creating or changing deliveries or handling units.
  When trying to select or change item categories in delivery documents or handling unit documents.
  When the item category field is empty or not yet populated, and the user tries to invoke F4 help.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Item Category First:
  
  Before pressing F4 for the item category field, ensure that the preceding required fields (such as sales document type, item number, or other relevant fields) are filled so that the system can determine the valid item categories.
  
  
  Check Customizing for Item Categories:
  
  Verify in SPRO under Logistics Execution or Sales and Distribution that the item categories are properly maintained and assigned to the relevant document types.
  
  
  Check User Exits or Enhancements:
  
  If there are custom developments or user exits influencing the item category determination or F4 help, verify that they do not clear or block the item category field.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction and Sequence:
  
  Follow the correct sequence of data entry as expected by the system. Sometimes, entering data in the wrong order can cause this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: VL01N, VL02N, VL10*, or other delivery/handling unit transactions.
  SAP Module: Logistics Execution (LE), Sales and Distribution (SD).
  SAP Notes: Check for any OSS notes related to VHU01135 or handling unit F4 help issues.
  Search Help: The F4 help for item category is context-dependent and linked to the document type and item data.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: F4 help for item category cannot be activated because the item category field is empty.
  Solution: Enter the item category or prerequisite fields first before invoking F4 help.
  Check: Customizing, user exits, and correct data entry sequence.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario, I can help with more specific steps or debugging tips.