How To Fix OIO168 - Packing material not found for container &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIO - Remote Logistics

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Packing material not found for container &1

What causes this issue?

Before a container can be assigned to a loading area or shipment it must
have a packing material. It is this packing material that will be
entered in the shipping unit of the shipment to which the container is
assigned.
In this case the system is unable to determine a packing material for
the container &MSGV1&.

System Response

The container cannot be assigned to a loading area or shipment.

How to fix this error?

Enter a material number on the container master. From the packing
screen you may double-click on the container to display the container
master. From here select 'change' to update the container master and
then 'save' to return to the packing screen. On return select 'refresh'
to import the changed data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIO168 - Packing material not found for container &1 ?

  The SAP error message OIO168, which states "Packing material not found for container &1," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management when the system is unable to find the specified packing material for a given container during packing or shipping processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Packing Material Master Data: The packing material you are trying to use may not be defined in the system. This could be due to it not being created in the material master or not being assigned to the relevant packaging specifications.
  
  
  Incorrect Container Type: The container type specified may not be compatible with the packing material you are trying to use.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the packaging settings or in the material management module that prevent the system from recognizing the packing material.
  
  
  Inactive or Deleted Packing Material: The packing material might have been marked as inactive or deleted in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the packing material data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the packing material exists in the material master. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check its status.
  
  
  Create or Update Packing Material: If the packing material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01. Ensure that all necessary data is filled out, including the relevant views for packing materials.
  
  
  Check Packaging Specifications: Ensure that the packing material is correctly assigned to the packaging specifications. You can check this using transaction code /SCWM/PACKMAT or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  Review Container Type: Make sure that the container type you are using is compatible with the packing material. You can check this in the configuration settings for packaging.
  
  
  Check Status of Packing Material: If the packing material exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can be done in the material master.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the packing material.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), /SCWM/PACKMAT (Packaging Material Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to packing materials and containers.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials related to logistics and packing processes in SAP for additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the OIO168 error message in SAP.