How To Fix HUGENERAL038 - There is no allowed packaging material for the matls/pack. matls chosen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 038

• Message text: There is no allowed packaging material for the matls/pack. matls chosen

What causes this issue?

You chose the "Allowed packaging material" function for one or more
materials or packaging materials. No allowed packaging materials were
found, however. There are no entries for the
<DS:DE.MAGRV>material-group packaging-materials</> in Customizing for
allowed <DS:DE.VHART>packaging material types</> for the materials or
packaging materials you indicated.

System Response

Packing is not possible.

How to fix this error?

After verifying that the materials or packaging materials you selected
should be packed, maintain the <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLSDVHZU>allowed
packaging materials</> in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL038 - There is no allowed packaging material for the matls/pack. matls chosen ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL038 indicates that there is no allowed packaging material for the materials or packaging materials that have been chosen in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of handling unit management or packaging processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Packaging Material: The packaging material you are trying to use is not defined or not allowed for the specific material in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for packaging materials may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the materials involved may not have the necessary packaging information or may not be linked to the correct packaging materials.
  Packaging Material Status: The packaging material may be inactive or not available for use in the current context (e.g., it may be marked for deletion).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for packaging materials in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the packaging materials are correctly defined and linked to the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data for the materials involved.
  Check the "Sales: General/Plant" and "Purchasing" views to ensure that the packaging information is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Define Allowed Packaging Materials:
  
  If the packaging material is not defined, you may need to create it using transaction code MM01.
  Ensure that the packaging material is assigned to the correct material types and is marked as allowed for the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Check Status of Packaging Material:
  
  Verify that the packaging material is active and not marked for deletion.
  You can check this in the material master data or by using transaction code MM02 to make any necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to packaging materials and handling units for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to packaging materials and handling units.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and packaging configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.