How To Fix VHURM013 - Handling unit &1 is not a main HU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURM - Messages for "Packing in Production (REM)"

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Handling unit &1 is not a main HU

What causes this issue?

The handling unit you entered is not the main handling unit in a nested
structure of handling units. You can only backflush handling units at
the top of a structure of nested handling units.

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?

Enter a handling unit from the top of a structure of nested handling
units.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURM013 - Handling unit &1 is not a main HU ?

  The SAP error message VHURM013 indicates that the handling unit (HU) you are trying to work with is not recognized as a main handling unit. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to perform operations that require a main handling unit, but the specified HU is either a sub-HU or not properly configured.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect HU Type: The handling unit you are trying to use is a sub-HU rather than a main HU.
  Configuration Issues: The handling unit may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the handling unit number you entered.
  System Logic: The operation you are trying to perform requires a main HU, and the system is unable to find one.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify HU Type:
  
  Check if the handling unit you are using is indeed a main HU. You can do this by using transaction code HU02 (Display Handling Unit) to view the details of the handling unit.
  If it is a sub-HU, identify the main HU it belongs to.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct HU:
  
  If you need to perform an operation that requires a main HU, ensure you are using the correct main HU number.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the handling units are properly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the handling unit management configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to handling units to understand the requirements for main HUs and the operations you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to handling units.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Handling Units in SAP: Handling units are used in logistics to manage the physical packaging of goods. They can be main HUs or sub-HUs, where main HUs can contain one or more sub-HUs.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  HU02: Display Handling Unit
  HU01: Create Handling Unit
  HU03: Change Handling Unit
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to handling units and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.