How To Fix /SCWM/CARTONIZATION028 - &1 items not packed by the algorithm or excluded from packing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CARTONIZATION -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: &1 items not packed by the algorithm or excluded from packing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CARTONIZATION028 - &1 items not packed by the algorithm or excluded from packing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CARTONIZATION028 indicates that certain items were not packed by the cartonization algorithm during the packing process in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. The message typically states that a specific number of items were either not packed or were excluded from packing.
  Causes:
  
  Item Characteristics: The items may have characteristics that prevent them from being packed together, such as incompatible dimensions, weight, or packaging requirements.
  Packing Instructions: There may be specific packing instructions or rules defined in the system that exclude certain items from being packed together.
  Cartonization Settings: The cartonization algorithm settings may not be configured correctly, leading to items being excluded from the packing process.
  Stock Availability: The items may not be available in the required quantity or may be in a status that prevents them from being packed.
  Packing Material Issues: There may be insufficient or inappropriate packing materials available for the items being packed.
  User Exclusions: Users may have manually excluded certain items from packing during the process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Item Characteristics: Check the characteristics of the items that were not packed. Ensure that they are compatible for packing together.
  Check Packing Instructions: Review the packing instructions and rules in the system to ensure that they allow for the items to be packed together.
  Adjust Cartonization Settings: If necessary, adjust the cartonization settings in the system to ensure that the algorithm can consider all items for packing.
  Verify Stock Availability: Ensure that the items are available in the required quantities and are in a status that allows them to be packed.
  Inspect Packing Materials: Check the availability and appropriateness of packing materials. Ensure that the correct packing materials are set up in the system.
  User Input: If users have manually excluded items, review the packing process to understand why certain items were excluded and adjust as necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (Packing) or /SCWM/PRDI (Cartonization) to analyze the packing process and settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on cartonization and packing errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on cartonization and packing processes, including configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the issue.