How To Fix VHUAP224 - GR/Transfer postings only possible for HUs that are assigned to an object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 224

• Message text: GR/Transfer postings only possible for HUs that are assigned to an object

What causes this issue?

You are trying to execute a goods receipt posting or transfer posting
for handling units. The corresponding posting can be executed only for
HUs from repetitive manufacturing, HUS for production oders or free HUs
from the stock.

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?

Select only the HUs from repetitive manufacturing, HUs for production
orders or free HUs from the stock.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUAP224 - GR/Transfer postings only possible for HUs that are assigned to an object ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VHUAP224 - GR/Transfer postings only possible for HUs that are assigned to an object
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during a Goods Receipt (GR) or transfer posting involving Handling Units (HUs) when the system expects the HU to be assigned to a relevant object (such as a delivery, production order, or warehouse task), but the HU is not assigned to any object.
  In SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Warehouse Management (WM) integrated with Logistics Execution (LE), HUs must be linked to a warehouse task, delivery, or production order to ensure traceability and proper inventory management. If you try to post a GR or transfer posting for an HU that is not linked to any such object, the system throws this error.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During inbound processing when posting a goods receipt for a delivery with HUs.
  During transfer postings where HUs are involved but not assigned to any warehouse task or delivery.
  When manual HU postings are attempted without proper assignment.
  In scenarios where the HU was created or received but not yet assigned to any warehouse document or object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign the HU to the relevant object:
  
  Ensure that the Handling Unit is assigned to the delivery, production order, or warehouse task before posting the GR or transfer posting.
  This can be done via transaction codes or processes that link HUs to warehouse tasks or deliveries.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Task or Delivery:
  
  Verify that the warehouse task or delivery document exists and includes the HU.
  If missing, create or update the warehouse task/delivery to include the HU.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Process Flow:
  
  Follow the standard inbound or transfer posting process that automatically assigns HUs to objects.
  Avoid manual postings that bypass assignment steps.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing and Configuration:
  
  In some cases, the system settings or enhancements might enforce strict HU assignment.
  Review configuration in Warehouse Management or EWM related to HU management and posting rules.
  
  
  
  If HU is orphaned:
  
  If the HU exists but is not assigned to any object, you may need to delete or reprocess the HU to assign it properly.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VL32N - Change Inbound Delivery (assign HUs to delivery)
  LT03 - Create Transfer Order (assign HUs to warehouse tasks)
  HU02 - Change Handling Unit
  VL06I - Inbound Delivery Monitor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to HU handling and warehouse postings.
  Refer to SAP EWM or WM documentation on Handling Unit management.
  
  
  
  Process Flow:
  
  Goods Receipt ? Delivery with HUs ? Warehouse Task creation ? HU assignment ? GR posting
  
  
  
  Additional Checks:
  
  Verify if the HU is blocked or flagged.
  Check if the HU is already posted or closed.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error VHUAP224 indicates that the system requires the Handling Unit to be linked to a relevant object (delivery, warehouse task, etc.) before a GR or transfer posting can be done. The solution is to ensure proper assignment of the HU to the corresponding object in the warehouse or logistics process.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, process step), I can help with more specific guidance.