How To Fix VHUAP217 - Only HUs can be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUAP - Messages for Packing Transaction Applications (FGrp VHUDIAL)

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Only HUs can be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete handling units. However, you have selected header
lines representing documents (sales orders, stock transport orders,
deliveries).

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?

Deselect all header lines.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUAP217 - Only HUs can be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VHUAP217: Only HUs can be deleted:
  
  Error Message
  VHUAP217: Only HUs can be deleted
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete an object or item in the SAP system that is not a Handling Unit (HU), but the system expects a Handling Unit to be deleted in the current context.
  In SAP Logistics Execution (LE) and Warehouse Management (WM), Handling Units (HUs) are physical units consisting of packaging materials and goods. Certain transactions or functions are designed specifically to delete HUs only. If you try to delete a non-HU object (for example, a material document line, storage bin content, or other logistics objects), the system will raise this error.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When using transaction codes or functions related to Handling Unit management (e.g., packing, unpacking, HU deletion).
  When trying to delete an item that is not recognized as an HU in the HU management process.
  When the system expects an HU number but receives a different object identifier.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the object you are trying to delete:
  
  Ensure that the object is indeed a Handling Unit.
  Verify the HU number or identifier you are entering.
  
  
  
  Use the correct transaction or function:
  
  Use HU-specific transactions such as:
  
  HU02 (Change Handling Unit)
  HU03 (Display Handling Unit)
  HU05 (Delete Handling Unit)
  
  
  Avoid trying to delete non-HU objects using HU transactions.
  
  
  
  If you want to delete non-HU objects:
  
  Use the appropriate transaction or process for those objects.
  For example, to delete material document items, use material document reversal transactions.
  
  
  
  Check the packaging status:
  
  Sometimes, the HU might be partially processed or linked to other documents.
  Ensure the HU is not locked or referenced elsewhere.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP documentation or support:
  
  If you are sure the object is an HU and still get the error, check for system inconsistencies or custom enhancements.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): SAP module that manages packaging and handling units.
  Transactions:
  
  HU02 - Change Handling Unit
  HU03 - Display Handling Unit
  HU05 - Delete Handling Unit
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to VHUAP217 for system-specific fixes or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete HUs.
  
  
  Summary
  
  Cause: Attempt to delete a non-HU object in a context where only HUs can be deleted.
  Solution: Verify the object is an HU and use the correct HU deletion transaction; otherwise, use the appropriate deletion method for the object type.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.