How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF158 - NLQ determination not possible for &1; material wasn't packaged at all

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: NLQ determination not possible for &1; material wasn't packaged at all

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF158 - NLQ determination not possible for &1; material wasn't packaged at all ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF158 indicates that the system is unable to determine the NLQ (Net Logistics Quantity) for a specific material because the material has not been packaged at all. This error typically arises in the context of supply chain management and logistics, particularly when dealing with packaging and handling units.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Packaged: The primary cause of this error is that the material in question has not been assigned any packaging information. This means that the system does not have the necessary data to calculate the logistics quantities for that material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of packaging materials or handling units in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, particularly in the areas related to packaging and handling units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Packaging Information:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material and check if packaging information is maintained.
  If not, you will need to create or update the packaging data for the material.
  
  
  
  Maintain Packaging Specifications:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and navigate to the "Sales: General/Plant" or "Basic Data" views to add packaging details.
  Ensure that the packaging specifications are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Create Handling Units:
  
  If applicable, create handling units for the material using transaction code HU02 or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  Ensure that the handling units are properly linked to the material.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for packaging in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the SPRO transaction under Logistics Execution or Supply Chain Management.
  Ensure that the packaging materials and handling units are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on packaging and handling units in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the NLQ determination can now be performed without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), HU02 (Change Handling Unit), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and packaging configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material is properly packaged for logistics operations.