How To Fix MM093 - The container requirement & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 093

• Message text: The container requirement & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM093 - The container requirement & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM093 ("The container requirement & does not exist") typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when there is an issue related to the container requirement in the context of handling units or packaging. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific container requirement that is expected for a particular operation, such as goods movement or inventory management.
  Causes of MM093 Error
  
  
  Missing Container Requirement: The specified container requirement does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing master data.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master may not be properly set up to include the necessary container requirements.
  
  
  Handling Unit Configuration: If handling units are being used, the configuration for handling units may not be correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to containers or handling units, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling container requirements correctly.
  
  
  Solutions to MM093 Error
  
  
  Check Container Requirements: Verify that the container requirement exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, including the necessary container information. You can check this in transaction MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  Handling Unit Configuration: If you are using handling units, check the configuration settings for handling units in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like HU02 (Change Handling Unit) or HU03 (Display Handling Unit) to check the handling units and their configurations.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling container requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on container requirements and handling units.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), HU01 (Create Handling Unit), and HU02 (Change Handling Unit).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction under the Materials Management section, particularly those related to handling units and packaging.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MM093 error in your SAP system.