How To Fix L3849 - Entered packaging material & does not match with pack. material & of HU

L3849 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Entered packaging material & does not match with pack. material & of HU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3849 - Entered packaging material & does not match with pack. material & of HU ?

  The SAP error message L3849 indicates that there is a mismatch between the packaging material you have entered and the packaging material associated with the handling unit (HU) in the system. This error typically occurs during processes such as goods receipt, goods issue, or when handling units are being processed in the warehouse.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Packaging Material: The packaging material you entered does not match the packaging material defined for the handling unit.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the material master or handling unit settings.
  Data Entry Error: A simple data entry error where the wrong packaging material code was entered.
  Handling Unit Creation: The handling unit may have been created with a different packaging material than what is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Packaging Material: Check the packaging material associated with the handling unit. You can do this by navigating to the handling unit in the system and reviewing its