How To Fix /SCWM/CON231 - Determine allowed packaging specification levels in storage type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CON -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Determine allowed packaging specification levels in storage type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CON231 - Determine allowed packaging specification levels in storage type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CON231 indicates that there is an issue with determining the allowed packaging specification levels in a specific storage type. This error typically occurs in the context of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a valid packaging specification for the materials being processed in the specified storage type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Packaging Specifications: The packaging specifications for the material in question may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Storage Type Configuration: The storage type may not be configured correctly to allow for the specified packaging levels.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the necessary packaging information or may be incomplete.
  Incompatibility: The packaging specification levels may not be compatible with the storage type being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Packaging Specifications:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PACKSPEC to review the packaging specifications for the relevant materials.
  Ensure that the packaging specifications are correctly defined and assigned to the materials.
  
  
  
  Review Storage Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the storage type in the EWM settings. Ensure that it is set up to allow the required packaging levels.
  Use transaction code /SCWM/STORAGE_TYPE to review and adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant materials using transaction code MM03.
  Ensure that the packaging information is correctly maintained in the material master.
  
  
  
  Check Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the packaging levels defined in the packaging specifications are compatible with the storage type being used.
  If necessary, adjust the packaging specifications or the storage type configuration to resolve any incompatibilities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on packaging specifications and storage type configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SCWM/PACKSPEC: To manage packaging specifications.
  /SCWM/STORAGE_TYPE: To configure storage types.
  MM03: To view material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the EWM configuration settings related to packaging and storage types to ensure proper setup.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.