How To Fix HUGENERAL039 - No packaging materials found for the allowed packaging material types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 039

• Message text: No packaging materials found for the allowed packaging material types

What causes this issue?

Allowed <DS:DE.VHART>packaging material types</> exist in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLSDVHZU>Customizing</> for the materials and
packaging materials you selected, but no <DS:DE.VHILM>packaging
materials</> could be determined for these packaging material types.

System Response

It is not possible to pack the materials or packaging materials you
selected.

How to fix this error?

If you chose several materials/packaging materials, it may be that
allowed packaging materials exist for the individual materials or
packaging materials, but it is just not possible to pack them together.
Check the allowed packaging materials settings or create a packaging
material with the relevant packaging material type.

Procedure for System Administrators

<DS:TRAN.MM01>Creating a packaging material in a material master</>
<DS:TRAN.VHZU>Maintaining allowed packaging material types</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL039 - No packaging materials found for the allowed packaging material types ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL039 indicates that the system could not find any packaging materials that match the allowed packaging material types for a specific operation, such as during the creation of a delivery or shipment. This error typically arises in the context of handling unit management or logistics processes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Packaging Material Master Data: The packaging materials that are required for the operation may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Packaging Material Type: The packaging material type specified in the transaction may not be allowed or may not match the configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the packaging material configuration may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing available packaging materials.
  Material Status: The packaging materials may be inactive or have a status that prevents them from being used.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The packaging materials may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the packaging material master data and ensure that the required packaging materials are created and active.
  Use transaction code MM02 to check and modify the packaging material master data.
  
  
  
  Verify Allowed Packaging Material Types:
  
  Check the configuration for allowed packaging material types in the relevant customizing settings (SPRO).
  Ensure that the packaging material type you are trying to use is included in the allowed types for the operation you are performing.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for packaging materials in the SAP system (SPRO > Logistics Execution > Handling Unit Management > Define Packaging Material Types).
  Ensure that the settings are correctly defined and that the packaging materials are linked to the appropriate types.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Verify the status of the packaging materials to ensure they are not blocked or inactive.
  You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the packaging materials are available in the correct plant and storage location.
  You can check this using transaction code MMBE to see stock levels.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights on handling unit management and packaging materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to packaging materials and handling units.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.