How To Fix VHUAP227 - Selected handling units are ignored by this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Selected handling units are ignored by this function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUAP227 - Selected handling units are ignored by this function ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VHUAP227: Selected handling units are ignored by this function:
  
  Error Message:
  VHUAP227 - Selected handling units are ignored by this function
  
  Cause:
  This message occurs when you try to process or use Handling Units (HUs) in a function or transaction where those specific HUs are not relevant or cannot be processed. Essentially, the system detects that the selected handling units do not fit the context or criteria of the current operation.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The handling units are already assigned or processed in a way that excludes them from the current function.
  The handling units belong to a different document or process.
  The function you are using does not support the handling units' status or type.
  The handling units are not part of the relevant delivery, shipment, or warehouse task.
  
  
  Typical Situations:
  
  Trying to post goods movement or delivery processing with handling units that are not part of the delivery.
  Attempting to pack or unpack handling units in a transaction that does not allow changes to those HUs.
  Using handling units that are already confirmed or closed in a warehouse process.
  Selecting handling units that belong to a different warehouse number or organizational unit.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Handling Unit Status and Assignment:
  
  Verify that the handling units you selected are valid for the current process.
  Use transaction HU03 or VL03N to display the handling units and check their status and assignment.
  
  
  
  Ensure Correct Document and Process:
  
  Confirm that the handling units belong to the delivery, shipment, or warehouse task you are working on.
  If necessary, select handling units that are relevant to the current document.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Function or Transaction:
  
  Make sure the function you are using supports the handling units' status and type.
  For example, packing functions only work with unpacked HUs; you cannot pack already packed or closed HUs.
  
  
  
  Re-select Handling Units:
  
  Deselect the handling units that are ignored and select only those that are valid for the function.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing and User Exits:
  
  Sometimes, custom logic or user exits may restrict handling unit processing.
  Review any enhancements or custom code that might affect handling unit selection.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): SAP module that manages packaging and handling units.
  Transactions:
  
  HU02 - Change Handling Unit
  HU03 - Display Handling Unit
  VL02N - Change Outbound Delivery (packing)
  LT03 - Create Transfer Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known issues related to VHUAP227.
  SAP Help Portal: Refer to SAP documentation on Handling Unit Management and packing processes.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Handling units selected are not valid for the current function or process.
  
  
  Effect
  The system ignores these handling units and issues message VHUAP227.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify HU status, ensure correct document/process, select valid HUs, and use correct function.
  
  
  Tools
  HU03, VL02N, LT03, SAP Help, SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.