How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF239 - Item type &1 is not a packaging item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Item type &1 is not a packaging item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF239 - Item type &1 is not a packaging item ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF239 Item type &1 is not a packaging item typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you are trying to perform a delivery confirmation for an item that is not classified as a packaging item. This can happen during processes such as goods receipt, goods issue, or delivery processing.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the item you are trying to process is not defined as a packaging item in the system. In SAP EWM, items must be classified correctly to be processed in certain ways, and packaging items are specifically defined to handle packaging-related operations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data for the item in question and verify its classification. Ensure that the item type is set correctly and that it is defined as a packaging item if it is supposed to be one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Item Type:
  
  If the item should be a packaging item, you may need to change its item type in the material master. This can be done by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for changing material) and updating the item type.
  
  
  
  Review Packaging Specifications:
  
  Check if there are any packaging specifications defined for the item. If the item is meant to be used in packaging, ensure that the packaging specifications are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, review the configuration settings in the EWM system to ensure that the item types are correctly mapped and that the system is set up to recognize the item as a packaging item.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check if they might be affecting the classification of the item.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  /SCWM/PRD (Product Master in EWM)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  SAP Help documentation for EWM and material management can provide additional insights into item types and packaging configurations.
  
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: 
  
  If your organization has implemented custom logic, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be influencing item classification.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.