How To Fix CBGL00603 - Error reading packaging hierarchy for material &1 and unit of measure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Error reading packaging hierarchy for material &1 and unit of measure &2

What causes this issue?

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?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_ADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00603 - Error reading packaging hierarchy for material &1 and unit of measure &2 ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00603 indicates that there is an issue with reading the packaging hierarchy for a specific material and unit of measure. This error typically arises in the context of handling materials that have packaging specifications, such as when dealing with logistics, inventory management, or production processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Packaging Data: The packaging hierarchy for the specified material and unit of measure may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the material has not been properly set up in the system or if the packaging data has been deleted or not maintained.
  
  
  Incorrect Material or Unit of Measure: The material number (&1) or unit of measure (&2) specified in the error message may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the packaging hierarchy data for the specified material.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the material master and the packaging hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data for the specified material is complete and that the packaging hierarchy is correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction MM03) and checking the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, and Distribution).
  
  
  Maintain Packaging Data: If the packaging hierarchy is missing, you can create or maintain it using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and navigate to the appropriate view for packaging.
  
  
  Verify Unit of Measure: Ensure that the unit of measure specified in the error message is valid and correctly defined for the material. You can check this in the material master or by using transaction CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the packaging hierarchy data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies in the material and packaging data. This may involve using transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), CUNI (Maintain Units of Measure), MMBE (Stock Overview), MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to packaging hierarchies.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CBGL00603 error in SAP.