How To Fix /SCWM/CARTONIZATION026 - &1 items excluded from cartonization planning by the algorithm

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CARTONIZATION -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: &1 items excluded from cartonization planning by the algorithm

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CARTONIZATION026 - &1 items excluded from cartonization planning by the algorithm ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CARTONIZATION026 indicates that certain items have been excluded from cartonization planning by the algorithm. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics, particularly when using the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  The exclusion of items from cartonization planning can be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Item Characteristics: The items may not meet the criteria defined for cartonization, such as size, weight, or packaging type.
  Configuration Settings: The cartonization algorithm may be configured to exclude certain items based on specific rules or settings in the system.
  Stock Availability: The items may not be available in sufficient quantity or may be in a status that prevents them from being included in cartonization.
  Cartonization Rules: There may be specific cartonization rules that dictate which items can be included, and the excluded items do not meet these rules.
  Item Status: Items that are marked as blocked, reserved, or in a non-usable status may be excluded from the cartonization process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  Review Item Characteristics: Check the characteristics of the excluded items to ensure they meet the requirements for cartonization.
  Check Configuration: Review the cartonization configuration settings in SAP EWM to ensure that the rules are set up correctly and that the items should be included.
  Stock Status: Verify the stock status of the excluded items to ensure they are available and not blocked or reserved.
  Adjust Cartonization Rules: If necessary, modify the cartonization rules to include the excluded items, if they should logically be part of the cartonization process.
  Run the Algorithm Again: After making any necessary adjustments, rerun the cartonization algorithm to see if the items are now included.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/CTN for cartonization or /SCWM/PR for managing packaging in SAP EWM.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cartonization processes and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the exclusion and implement a solution to include the items in cartonization planning.