How To Fix /SCWM/CON226 - Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: HU type is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: HU type is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON226 - Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: HU type is initial ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON226 Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: HU type is initial typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the handling unit (HU) type and the packaging specification.
  Cause:
  
  Initial Handling Unit Type: The error indicates that the handling unit (HU) type is set to initial, which means that it has not been defined or configured properly in the system.
  Packaging Specification Not Active: The packaging specification level referenced in the error message is not being utilized or is inactive in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the packaging specifications or handling unit types in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Handling Unit Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for handling unit types in SAP EWM.
  Ensure that the handling unit type is defined and active. If it is set to initial, you may need to create or modify it.
  
  
  
  Review Packaging Specifications:
  
  Navigate to the packaging specification settings in SAP EWM.
  Verify that the packaging specification level mentioned in the error message is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the packaging specification is assigned to the relevant products or materials.
  
  
  
  Assign Packaging Specification:
  
  If the packaging specification is not assigned to the material, you may need to assign it to ensure that the system recognizes it during the packaging process.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data to ensure that the correct packaging specifications are linked to the materials being processed.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Try creating a handling unit with the updated configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRD (Product Master) or /SCWM/PACK (Packaging Specification) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed guidance on handling units and packaging specifications.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the packaging specifications and handling unit types are correctly configured in your SAP EWM system.