How To Fix M7293 - Empties processing is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Empties processing is not activated

What causes this issue?

Empties processing is not activated. Postings via tied empties are only
allowed when empties processing is activated.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Activate <DS:SIMG.SIMG_OLMA_OMXL>empties processing</> in Customizing.
INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7293 - Empties processing is not activated ?

  The SAP error message M7293, which states "Empties processing is not activated," typically occurs in the context of managing empties (like returnable packaging or containers) in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is not set up to handle empties processing for the relevant materials or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The empties processing feature may not be activated in the system configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings in the material master or the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system are not properly set up.
  Material Master Data: The material in question may not have been defined to allow for empties processing. This could be due to missing settings in the material master data.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform may not support empties processing, or the relevant settings for that transaction type may not be configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Empties Processing:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for empties processing (this may vary based on your SAP version).
  Ensure that empties processing is activated for the relevant plants and materials.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Check the relevant views (like Sales, Plant Data, etc.) to ensure that the empties processing settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the material type supports empties processing.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Check the transaction type you are using to ensure it is set up to handle empties.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the transaction is correctly configured to allow for empties processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to empties processing for specific configuration steps and requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to empties processing.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to your organization’s SAP implementation for detailed instructions on empties processing.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7293 error and successfully activate empties processing in your SAP system.