How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB002 - Package building not possible for &1; no package type assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Package building not possible for &1; no package type assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB002 - Package building not possible for &1; no package type assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB002 Package building not possible for &1; no package type assigned typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when attempting to create a package for a shipment or handling unit, but the system cannot proceed because no package type has been assigned to the relevant object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Package Type: The most common cause of this error is that the relevant handling unit or shipment does not have a package type assigned. Package types are essential for defining how items are grouped and shipped.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the package types are not properly defined or linked to the relevant materials or handling units.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the assignment of a package type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Package Type:
  
  Navigate to the relevant handling unit or shipment in the SAP system.
  Check if a package type is assigned. If not, assign an appropriate package type that matches the items being packaged.
  You can do this in the handling unit management or during the shipment creation process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP SCM and ensure that the package types are correctly defined.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the package type settings under the relevant logistics area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the materials involved have the necessary data set up, including packaging specifications.
  Check the material master records to confirm that the packaging data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to recreate the package or shipment to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HU02 (Handling Unit) and VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) to manage handling units and shipments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling units and package types.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might affect package type assignment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.