How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY018 - PPF: Warehouse request &1 not fully packed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: PPF: Warehouse request &1 not fully packed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY018 - PPF: Warehouse request &1 not fully packed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY018 PPF: Warehouse request &1 not fully packed typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a warehouse request (such as a delivery or transfer order) is not fully packed. This means that the system expects a certain quantity of items to be packed, but the actual packed quantity is less than expected.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incomplete Packing: The most common cause is that the items in the warehouse request have not been fully packed. This could be due to:
  
  Insufficient packing materials.
  Errors during the packing process.
  Manual intervention that led to an incomplete packing status.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how packing should be handled, which could lead to this error if not set up correctly.
  
  
  User Errors: Users may have inadvertently skipped steps in the packing process or not followed the correct procedures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Packing Status: Review the packing status of the warehouse request. Ensure that all items are packed according to the requirements. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant warehouse request in the EWM system.
  Checking the packing details to see which items are not fully packed.
  
  
  
  Complete Packing: If items are not fully packed, complete the packing process. This may involve:
  
  Adding more items to the packing.
  Using additional packing materials.
  Repacking items if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to packing in the EWM system. Ensure that the packing rules and strategies are correctly defined.
  
  
  User Training: If user errors are a frequent cause, consider providing additional training to warehouse staff on the packing process and the importance of completing all steps.
  
  
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs in the software can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for packing) or /SCWM/PRDI (for warehouse request management) to manage and review packing processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on packing processes and error handling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.