How To Fix VHURM042 - This handling unit cannot be backflushed

VHURM042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 042

• Message text: This handling unit cannot be backflushed

What causes this issue?

The handling unit cannot be backflushed for the following reasons:
The handling unit has already been backflushed or deleted.
The handling unit has been assigned to one of the packing object types
that are not valid : "free Handling Unit" or "Work Order End Product"

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?

Check the status (packing object type) of the handling unit and correct
if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURM042 - This handling unit cannot be backflushed ?

  The SAP error message VHURM042 indicates that a handling unit (HU) cannot be backflushed. Backflushing is a process in SAP where the system automatically records the consumption of materials when a production order is confirmed, without requiring manual entry.
  Causes of VHURM042
  
  
  Handling Unit Status: The handling unit may be in a status that does not allow backflushing. For example, it could be marked as "blocked" or "not available."
  
  
  Incomplete Data: The handling unit may not have all the necessary data or may not be properly assigned to the production order.
  
  
  Production Order Issues: The production order associated with the handling unit may not be in a status that allows backflushing (e.g., it may be closed or not released).
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material associated with the handling unit may have settings that prevent backflushing, such as not being set up for backflushing in the material master.
  
  
  Warehouse Management Issues: If the handling unit is managed