How To Fix VHUPD038 - Quantity/HU set to one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUPD - Message ID for packaging dialog

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Quantity/HU set to one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUPD038 - Quantity/HU set to one ?

  The SAP error message VHUPD038 ("Quantity/HU set to one") typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or SAP Logistics Execution (LE). This error indicates that the system is trying to process a handling unit (HU) with a quantity that is set to one, which may not be appropriate for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Quantity Configuration: The handling unit may be configured to expect a different quantity than what is being processed.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the handling unit, such as the quantity of items packed in the HU.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters for handling units may not be correctly configured to allow for the operation being attempted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Handling Unit Configuration: Verify the configuration of the handling unit in the system. Ensure that the quantity of items in the HU matches the expected quantity for