How To Fix 884060 - Packaging is not subject to fee (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 884 - Packaging/Article Consistency Check

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Packaging is not subject to fee (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The packaging will not be settled with the recycling partner because
the recycling partner is not assigned to the packaging and the
<DS:DE.J_7LKZGEWE>Weight-Dependent Fee</> and
<DS:DE.J_7LKZSTKE>Item-Dependent Fee</> indicators are not set in the
packaging assignment.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 884060 - Packaging is not subject to fee (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message 884060, which states "Packaging is not subject to fee (see long text)," typically occurs in the context of logistics and billing processes, particularly when dealing with packaging materials and their associated costs.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when the system is trying to process a packaging item that is not configured to incur a fee. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Packaging Configuration: The packaging material may not be set up in the system to be subject to a fee. This could be due to incorrect settings in the material master or packaging configuration.
  Condition Records: There may be missing or incorrect condition records in the pricing procedure that determine whether a fee should be applied to the packaging.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may specify that certain types of packaging are exempt from fees.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master record for the packaging material in question and verify the settings related to pricing and fees.
  Ensure that the packaging material is correctly classified and that the relevant fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records in the pricing procedure to ensure that there are appropriate entries for the packaging material.
  Use transaction codes like VK11 to create or VK12 to change condition records related to packaging fees.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in the SAP GUI and reading the long text for specific guidance related to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Business Rules Review:
  
  Review the business rules that govern packaging fees in your organization. Ensure that they align with the intended configuration in SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), VK11 (Create Condition), and VK12 (Change Condition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to packaging fees and error message 884060, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect packaging fee calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.