How To Fix /SCWM/CON227 - Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: Quantity is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 227

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON227 - Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: Quantity is initial ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON227 Packaging specification level &1(&2) is not used: Quantity is initial typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with packaging specifications during the handling of goods movements or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Initial Quantity: The error indicates that the quantity for the specified packaging specification is initial (i.e., zero or not defined). This means that the system is trying to use a packaging specification that has not been assigned a valid quantity.
  Incorrect Packaging Specification: The packaging specification level referenced in the error message may not be correctly set up or may not be applicable for the current operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the packaging specifications or the related master data that prevent the system from recognizing the packaging specification.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Packaging Specification: Verify the packaging specification in the system. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that the quantity is set to a valid value.
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCWM/PACK_SPEC) to check the packaging specifications.
  
  
  Update Quantity: If the quantity is indeed initial, update it to a valid quantity that reflects the actual packaging requirements.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the material master data and packaging data are correctly maintained. Check if the material is assigned to the correct packaging specification.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to packaging specifications in the EWM system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place for the packaging process.
  Test with Different Data: If possible, test the process with different materials or packaging specifications to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is specific to certain data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PACK_SPEC for packaging specifications and /SCWM/PRDCT for product master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management to understand the configuration and usage of packaging specifications.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the packaging specification error in SAP EWM.