How To Fix VLMOVE002 - Material & is part of an HU; items may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLMOVE - LE Error Messages Goods Movements

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Material & is part of an HU; items may not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLMOVE002 - Material & is part of an HU; items may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message VLMOVE002 indicates that a material is part of a Handling Unit (HU) and therefore cannot be deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management or inventory management when trying to delete or move items that are associated with a handling unit.
  Cause:
  
  Handling Unit Association: The material you are trying to delete is currently associated with a handling unit. Handling units are used in SAP to manage and track physical items in logistics and warehouse processes.
  Inventory Management Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent the deletion of items that are part of a handling unit to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in inventory records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Handling Unit Status:
  
  Use transaction code HU02 or HU03 to check the status of the handling unit associated with the material. Ensure that the handling unit is not in use or locked by any ongoing processes.
  
  
  
  Remove Material from Handling Unit:
  
  If you need to delete the material, you must first remove it from the handling unit. You can do this using the following steps:
  
  Use transaction code LT03 (Transfer Order) or HU02 to manage the handling unit.
  Select the handling unit and perform a "Remove" or "Deassign" action to detach the material from the handling unit.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Handling Unit:
  
  If the handling unit is no longer needed, you can delete it after ensuring that all items have been removed. Use transaction code HU02 to delete the handling unit.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no open transactions or processes that are using the handling unit. This includes open transfer orders, deliveries, or any other logistics processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the handling unit processes, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on handling units and inventory management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of materials. They can represent pallets, boxes, or any other form of packaging that contains materials.
  Warehouse Management (WM): The error is often encountered in the context of warehouse management processes, where handling units play a crucial role in inventory tracking and logistics.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  HU02: Change Handling Unit
  HU03: Display Handling Unit
  LT03: Create Transfer Order
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VLMOVE002 error and manage your materials and handling units effectively in SAP.