How To Fix /SCWM/CON151 - No pack. specification data. Will use product data for base UoM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: No pack. specification data. Will use product data for base UoM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON151 - No pack. specification data. Will use product data for base UoM ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON151 No pack. specification data. Will use product data for base UoM typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find packing specification data for a product during a packing operation. Instead, it defaults to using the product data for the base unit of measure (UoM).
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Packing Specifications: The primary cause of this error is that there are no packing specifications defined for the product in question. Packing specifications are necessary for determining how products are packed into handling units (HUs).
  
  
  Incorrect Product Configuration: The product may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of packing specifications.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the product or its packaging.
  
  
  Warehouse Process Configuration: The warehouse process may not be set up to handle packing specifications correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Packing Specifications:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PACKSPEC or navigate through the SAP EWM menu to define packing specifications for the relevant product.
  Ensure that the packing specifications are correctly set up, including the relationship between the product and its packaging.
  
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Verify the product master data in the system to ensure that all necessary information is filled out, including the base UoM and any relevant packing data.
  Use transaction code /SCWM/MAT1 to check and maintain product master data.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Process Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the warehouse processes to ensure that they are set up to utilize packing specifications.
  Ensure that the relevant warehouse process types are configured to allow for packing.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, perform a test packing operation to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on packing specifications and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to packing specifications in your version of SAP EWM.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP EWM and packing processes to ensure a comprehensive understanding of how to manage packing specifications.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing packing specifications and ensuring that the product data is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message and improve the packing process in your SAP EWM system.