How To Fix VHUREF004 - New HU reference &1 &2 &3 cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUREF - Messages for Reserving HUs for Documents

• Message number: 004

• Message text: New HU reference &1 &2 &3 cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUREF004 - New HU reference &1 &2 &3 cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message VHUREF004 indicates that a new Handling Unit (HU) reference cannot be created due to certain issues. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and handling unit management within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error message VHUREF004 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Existing Handling Unit: The reference handling unit already exists in the system, and the system does not allow the creation of a new one with the same reference.
  Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the handling unit creation process, such as invalid material numbers, quantities, or other required fields.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the creation of new handling units, such as settings related to handling unit types or warehouse management.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create handling units in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VHUREF004 error, you can take the following