How To Fix VL645 - Goods movement cannot be reversed - Delivery &1 contains handling units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 645

• Message text: Goods movement cannot be reversed - Delivery &1 contains handling units

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL645 - Goods movement cannot be reversed - Delivery &1 contains handling units ?

  The SAP error message VL645 indicates that a goods movement cannot be reversed because the delivery in question contains handling units. This typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a goods movement for a delivery that has been packed into handling units (HUs), which are used to manage and track inventory in a more organized manner.
  
  Cause:
  
  Handling Units Present: The delivery contains handling units that have been created for the items in the delivery. SAP does not allow the reversal of goods movements for deliveries that are associated with handling units.
  Status of the Delivery: The delivery may be in a status that does not allow for reversal, such as being partially delivered or already invoiced.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict the reversal of goods movements for deliveries with handling units.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Handling Units: Review the handling units associated with the delivery. You can do this by navigating to the