How To Fix OIO274 - Unpack rejected due to packing outside RLM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIO - Remote Logistics

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Unpack rejected due to packing outside RLM

What causes this issue?

Unpack rejected, due to packing outside Remote Logistics Management
(RLM).

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?

You can abort the goods receipt cancellation, amend the delivery packing
so that it can be unpacked by RLM, and then attempt the cancellation
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIO274 - Unpack rejected due to packing outside RLM ?

  The SAP error message OIO274 ("Unpack rejected due to packing outside RLM") typically occurs in the context of handling packaging and logistics in SAP, particularly when dealing with the RLM (Returnable Packaging Management) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the unpacking process of returnable packaging, specifically that the packing is outside the defined Returnable Packaging Management (RLM) parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Packing Configuration Issues: The packing configuration may not align with the defined RLM parameters. This could be due to incorrect settings in the packing instructions or the returnable packaging master data.
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity of items being unpacked may not match the expected quantity defined in the RLM settings.
  Incorrect Packaging Material: The packaging material used may not be recognized or may not be valid for the specific RLM process.
  Status of Packaging: The status of the returnable packaging might not allow for unpacking, possibly due to it being in use or already unpacked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Packing Instructions: Review the packing instructions and ensure they are correctly set up in the system. Make sure that the packing materials and quantities are correctly defined.
  Validate RLM Settings: Ensure that the RLM settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the returnable packaging master data and ensuring that it aligns with the items being unpacked.
  Review Packaging Material: Verify that the packaging material being used is valid and correctly set up in the system. If necessary, update or correct the packaging material master data.
  Check Item Quantities: Ensure that the quantities being unpacked match the expected quantities defined in the RLM settings. Adjust the quantities if necessary.
  Status Check: Check the status of the returnable packaging. If it is in a status that does not allow unpacking, you may need to change its status or resolve any issues preventing unpacking.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for RLM and packing processes for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check the delivery and packing details.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to error OIO274.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the OIO274 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.