How To Fix VHU01161 - Loading weight exceeds the permitted loading weight

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Loading weight exceeds the permitted loading weight

What causes this issue?

The loading weight of an HU created according to this packing
instruction exceeds the permitted loading weight. For exact details,
see the "Dimensions" tab page.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Reduce the number of material items or subordinate packing instruction
items
or
Use a different load carrier with a higher permitted loading weight.
or
Modify the loading weight or permitted loading weight manually on the
"Dimensions" tab page.
<ZH>Caution</>: the weight of the resulting HUs will not tally with
data in the material master.

Procedure for System Administrators

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message VHU01161: Loading weight exceeds the permitted loading weight:
  
  Error Message
  VHU01161: Loading weight exceeds the permitted loading weight
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the total weight of the goods being loaded exceeds the maximum allowed or permitted loading weight defined in the system. The permitted loading weight is usually set based on:
  
  Vehicle capacity or truck loading limits.
  Packaging or transportation constraints.
  Configuration settings in SAP related to weight limits for deliveries or shipments.
  
  In other words, the system is preventing you from loading more weight than what is allowed for the particular delivery, shipment, or vehicle.
  
  Where it typically occurs
  
  During the creation or processing of a delivery document (e.g., Outbound Delivery).
  When confirming or posting goods issue.
  During loading or shipment processing in Logistics Execution (LE) or Transportation Management (TM).
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the permitted loading weight settings:
  
  Verify the maximum allowed loading weight for the vehicle or shipment.
  This can be maintained in the vehicle master data or shipment document.
  In SAP Logistics Execution, the vehicle master data (transaction VEHICLE) or shipment type configuration may have weight limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust the delivery quantity or weight:
  
  Reduce the quantity of goods to be loaded so that the total weight does not exceed the permitted limit.
  Split the delivery into multiple shipments or loads if necessary.
  
  
  
  Update or correct the vehicle capacity:
  
  If the vehicle capacity is incorrectly maintained, update it to reflect the actual permitted loading weight.
  Use transaction VEHICLE or relevant customizing paths to maintain vehicle data.
  
  
  
  Check packaging and weight data:
  
  Ensure that the weight data for the materials and packaging is correct.
  Incorrect weight master data can cause the system to calculate an incorrect total weight.
  
  
  
  Review configuration settings:
  
  In some cases, the permitted loading weight limits are controlled via customizing in Logistics Execution or Transportation Management.
  Check the settings under:
  
  Logistics Execution ? Shipping ? Basic Shipping Functions ? Define Vehicle Types and Capacities.
  Transportation Management ? Vehicle and shipment profile settings.
  
  
  
  
  
  Override or relax the limit (if business allows):
  
  In some scenarios, the system may allow an override or adjustment of the permitted loading weight.
  This should be done carefully and only if it complies with safety and legal regulations.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  VL01N / VL02N – Create/Change Outbound Delivery
  VT01N / VT02N – Create/Change Shipment
  VEHICLE – Maintain Vehicle Master Data
  
  
  Tables:
  
  TVEVC – Vehicle master data
  LIPS – Delivery: Item data (contains weight info)
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to loading weight or vehicle capacity for your SAP version.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Logistics Execution and Transportation Management guides.
  Vehicle and shipment configuration documentation.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  The error VHU01161 is triggered because the system detects that the total loading weight exceeds the permitted limit set for the vehicle or shipment. To resolve it, verify and adjust the vehicle capacity, delivery quantities, or shipment configuration to ensure the total weight is within allowed limits.
  
  If you provide more details about your specific scenario (e.g., transaction used, vehicle type, shipment type), I can help with more tailored advice.