How To Fix CBGL00223 - Gen.var. and lbl size do not exist for mat. &1, pack. &2, and lbl cat. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Gen.var. and lbl size do not exist for mat. &1, pack. &2, and lbl cat. &3

What causes this issue?

No <DS:GLOS.3526BF67AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>report generation variant
</> or label size was specified for packaging layer &V2& and label
category &V3& in the labeling specification for material &V1&. This is
only permitted for customer-specific label categories.

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?

Check the labeling specification in the material master for material
&V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00223 - Gen.var. and lbl size do not exist for mat. &1, pack. &2, and lbl cat. &3 ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00223 indicates that there is an issue with the generation of a variable label for a specific material, packaging, and label category. This error typically arises in the context of label printing or packaging processes within SAP, particularly in the SAP Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) or SAP Logistics modules.
  Cause:
  The error message CBGL00223 is triggered when the system cannot find the specified variable label size for the given material, packaging, and label category. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Label Size Definition: The label size for the specified combination of material, packaging, and label category has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the label printing setup.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data for the material or packaging that prevent the system from finding the correct label size.
  Label Category Issues: The label category specified may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the material and packaging.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error CBGL00223, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Label Size Configuration:
  
  Go to the label size configuration in SAP (transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for label printing and ensure that the label size for the specified material, packaging, and label category is defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Packaging Data:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the material is correctly set up.
  Verify the packaging data associated with the material to ensure it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Label Category Settings:
  
  Ensure that the label category you are using is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate materials and packaging.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Combinations:
  
  If possible, test the label printing with different combinations of materials, packaging, and label categories to identify if the issue is isolated to specific entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to label printing and packaging to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, MM03 for material master data, and any specific transaction codes related to label printing in your SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to label printing issues or the specific error message CBGL00223, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message CBGL00223 in your SAP system.