How To Fix VHUMI013 - Handling unit & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUMI - Messages for material identification

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Handling unit & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUMI013 - Handling unit & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VHUMI013 indicates that the handling unit (HU) specified does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform operations related to handling units, such as posting goods movements, creating deliveries, or performing inventory management tasks.
  Causes of the Error
  
  Incorrect Handling Unit Number: The handling unit number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Deleted Handling Unit: The handling unit may have been deleted or not created in the system.
  Incorrect Storage Location: The handling unit may exist, but it is not in the storage location you are trying to access.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if you are working in a distributed system or if there are recent changes that have not been updated in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the handling unit.
  
  Solutions
  
  Verify Handling Unit Number: Double-check the handling unit number you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check HU Existence: Use transaction code HU02 (Display Handling Unit) to check if the handling unit exists in the system.
  Check Storage Location: Ensure that you are looking for the handling unit in the correct storage location.
  Recreate Handling Unit: If the handling unit has been deleted, you may need to recreate it if applicable.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage handling units.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or error logs for any additional information that might help diagnose the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  HU02: Display Handling Unit
  HU01: Create Handling Unit
  HU03: Change Handling Unit
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to handling units and inventory management for more detailed information on how handling units are managed within your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.