How To Fix VLA071 - Storage location &1/&2 requires HUs; partial goods receipt not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLA - General Output Class for Delivery

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Storage location &1/&2 requires HUs; partial goods receipt not possible

What causes this issue?

The document item is assigned to
<DS:GLOS.3526BEADAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>storage location</> &V1&/&V2&
. <DS:GLOS.35CEB720B3CC735DE10000009B38F982>Handling Unit Management</>
has been activated in Customizing for this storage location.
However, it is currently only possible to post a partial goods receipt
using the delivery monitor for non-HU managed storage locations.

System Response

The system does not post the partial goods receipt for the item.

How to fix this error?

Warehouse Management is required for posting a partial goods receipt for
handling units.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLA071 - Storage location &1/&2 requires HUs; partial goods receipt not possible ?

  The SAP error message VLA071 indicates that a storage location requires handling units (HUs) for inventory management, and as a result, a partial goods receipt cannot be processed. This typically occurs in scenarios where the storage location is configured to manage stock using handling units, and the system is unable to process a goods receipt without complete handling units.
  Cause:
  
  Storage Location Configuration: The storage location is set up to require handling units for inventory management. This means that all stock movements must be done using HUs.
  Partial Goods Receipt Attempt: The user is attempting to perform a partial goods receipt, which is not allowed when HUs are required.
  Handling Unit Management Settings: The settings in the material master or storage location may enforce the requirement for handling units.
  
  Solution:
  
  Complete Goods Receipt: Instead of attempting a partial goods receipt, ensure that the entire quantity of the handling unit is received at once.
  Check Handling Unit Status: Verify the status of the handling units involved. Ensure that they are available and not blocked or in a status that prevents their use.
  Review Storage Location Settings: If partial goods receipts are necessary for your business process, consider reviewing the configuration of the storage location to determine if it can be changed to allow for partial receipts without requiring HUs.
  Use Handling Units: If the storage location must remain configured to require HUs, ensure that you are using the correct handling units for the goods receipt process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to handling units and storage locations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): This is a feature in SAP that allows for the management of stock in handling units, which can include pallets, boxes, or other containers.
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the relevant material to see if it is set up to require handling units.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement) and HU02 (Handling Unit Management) for managing goods receipts and handling units.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error message VLA071 for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your goods receipt.