How To Fix 881034 - Selected volume/area class is still assigned to a packaging type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Selected volume/area class is still assigned to a packaging type

What causes this issue?

The selected <DS:DE.J_7LVFLKL>volume/area class</> is still assigned to
a <DS:DE.J_7LVPART>packaging type</>.

System Response

The volume/area class cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Change the assignment in the packaging type.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881034 - Selected volume/area class is still assigned to a packaging type ?

  The SAP error message 881034 indicates that a selected volume or area class is still assigned to a packaging type. This typically occurs when you are trying to delete or modify a volume or area class that is currently in use by a packaging type in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system enforces data integrity and prevents the deletion or modification of a volume or area class that is actively linked to a packaging type. This is to ensure that all packaging types have valid references and that there are no orphaned records in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Packaging Type: Determine which packaging type is currently using the volume or area class. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Remove the Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction code (usually SPRO for configuration).
  Go to the section where packaging types are defined (e.g., Logistics > Logistics Execution > Packaging).
  Find the packaging type that is linked to the volume or area class in question.
  Remove the assignment of the volume or area class from the packaging type.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Volume/Area Class: Once the assignment has been removed, you should be able to delete or modify the volume or area class without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or assignments that might be causing the error. You may need to check other related configurations.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the desired functionality is achieved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OVZ8 (for packaging types), and OIVC (for volume classes).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing packaging types and volume/area classes.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 881034 and manage your packaging types and volume/area classes effectively.