How To Fix VHUWM008 - The HUs you selected have different storage locations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUWM - Messages for HU/WM Processing

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The HUs you selected have different storage locations

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create a delivery for the selected HUs. Some of the
HUs are in WM-managed storage locations, some are in storage locations
which are not WM-managed. For this function, such a combination of HUs
is not allowed.

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?

Either select only HUs from a WM-managed storage location or only HUs
which are not in a WM-managed storage location.

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 VHUWM008 - The HUs you selected have different storage locations ?

  The SAP error message VHUWM008 indicates that the Handling Units (HUs) you are trying to process have different storage locations. This typically occurs in warehouse management scenarios where the system expects all selected HUs to belong to the same storage location for a specific operation, such as picking, packing, or transferring.
  Cause:
  
  Different Storage Locations: The selected HUs are stored in different storage locations within the warehouse. SAP requires that all HUs involved in a single transaction must be from the same storage location.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have inadvertently selected HUs from different storage locations.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the warehouse management module that enforce strict rules regarding storage locations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Storage Locations: Verify the storage locations of the selected HUs. You can do this by checking the HU details in the system.
  Select HUs from the Same Location: Ensure that you only select HUs that are located in the same storage location for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Reprocess the Transaction: After ensuring that all selected HUs are from the same storage location, reattempt the transaction.
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently and is not expected behavior, review the warehouse management configuration settings to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP WM (Warehouse Management) that may help in managing HUs, such as LT03 (Transfer Order Creation), LT12 (Confirm Transfer Order), etc.
  Handling Unit Management: Understanding how HUs are managed in SAP can help prevent this error. Review the handling unit management documentation for best practices.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select HUs and understand the implications of storage locations in warehouse operations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VHUWM008 error and continue with your warehouse operations effectively.