How To Fix VHUMI037 - HU &1 is packed in HU &2, delete HU &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUMI - Messages for material identification

• Message number: 037

• Message text: HU &1 is packed in HU &2, delete HU &2

What causes this issue?

HU &V1& is packaged in HU &V2&, and HU &V2& has just been entered in
current dialog. You can only process the highest HU.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To process HU &V1&, first delete HU &V2& in the current entry screen.
You can then process HU &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUMI037 - HU &1 is packed in HU &2, delete HU &2 ?

  The SAP error message VHUMI037 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) is packed within another Handling Unit. Specifically, it states that Handling Unit &1 is packed in Handling Unit &2, and it suggests that you should delete HU &2.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management or logistics processes where handling units are used to manage inventory. The error arises when there is an attempt to perform an operation (like deleting or moving) on a handling unit that is currently packed within another handling unit. This situation can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Packing Process: The handling units were not packed or unpacked correctly, leading to a nested structure that is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not allow certain operations on nested handling units.
  User Error: The user may have attempted to delete or modify a handling unit without first unpacking it from its parent handling unit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Unpack the Handling Units:
  
  Use the appropriate transaction code (like HU02 or HU03) to unpack the handling unit. You will need to unpack HU &1 from HU &2.
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Delete the Parent Handling Unit:
  
  Once HU &1 is unpacked, you can proceed to delete HU &2 if it is no longer needed.
  Use the transaction code for deleting handling units (like HU02 or HU03) to remove HU &2.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Before deleting, ensure that there are no other dependencies or processes that might be affected by the deletion of HU &2.
  
  
  
  Review Packing Instructions:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, review the packing instructions and processes to ensure that handling units are being managed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HU02 (Change Handling Unit), HU03 (Display Handling Unit), and LT03 (Transfer Order Confirmation) for handling units.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling units and packing processes.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to perform packing and unpacking operations.
  Training: Consider providing training for users involved in warehouse management to minimize errors related to handling units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VHUMI037 error and manage your handling units effectively.