How To Fix VTBAPI236 - The HU & to change is not assigned to the shipment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VTBAPI - Output for Shipment Processing BAPIs

• Message number: 236

• Message text: The HU & to change is not assigned to the shipment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VTBAPI236 - The HU & to change is not assigned to the shipment ?

  The SAP error message VTBAPI236 indicates that the Handling Unit (HU) you are trying to change is not assigned to the shipment. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with logistics and transportation processes in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unassigned Handling Unit: The Handling Unit you are trying to modify is not linked to the shipment in the system.
  Incorrect Shipment Number: The shipment number you are using may not correspond to the Handling Unit.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the HU number or shipment number.
  Status of the Shipment: The shipment may be in a status that does not allow changes to be made.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the HU from being linked to the shipment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify HU Assignment: Check if the Handling Unit is indeed assigned to the shipment. You can do this by navigating to the shipment document and checking the associated