How To Fix L3839 - Packaging material entered is not allowed for materials specified

L3839 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 839

• Message text: Packaging material entered is not allowed for materials specified

What causes this issue?

The packing material entered is not suitable for the material in the
transfer order items.

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?

Enter a permitted packing material or display a list of permitted
packing materials and select the most appropriate one.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3839 - Packaging material entered is not allowed for materials specified ?

  The SAP error message L3839, which states "Packaging material entered is not allowed for materials specified," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with packaging materials in the SAP system. This error indicates that the packaging material you are trying to use is not valid for the specific materials you are working with.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Packaging Material: The packaging material you are trying to use may not be configured for the specific material in question.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data for either the packaging material or the product may not be set up correctly. This includes missing or incorrect entries in the packaging specifications.
  Packaging Material Status: The packaging material may be inactive or blocked in the system.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of certain packaging materials for specific products.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material