How To Fix 88525 - Packaging type &2 must be maintained for re. partner &1

88525 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 525

• Message text: Packaging type &2 must be maintained for re. partner &1

What causes this issue?

The system expects packaging type &V2& for recycling partner &V1&.

System Response

Settlement for recycling partner &V1& may be incorrect.

How to fix this error?

Check the packaging types that should be set for recycling partner
&V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88525 - Packaging type &2 must be maintained for re. partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message 88525, which states "Packaging type &2 must be maintained for re. partner &1," typically occurs in the context of logistics and materials management, particularly when dealing with packaging and handling units in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system requires a specific packaging type to be defined for a particular reference partner (which could be a vendor, customer, or another business partner) in the system. The packaging type is essential for managing how products are packaged and shipped, and if it is not maintained, the system cannot proceed with the relevant transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the packaging type for the specified reference partner. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Packaging Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, which is usually found under:
  Logistics ? Logistics Execution ? Shipping ? Basic Shipping Functions ? Packaging ? Define