How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION045 - Packaging material &1 not created in the EWM system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Packaging material &1 not created in the EWM system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION045 - Packaging material &1 not created in the EWM system. ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION045 indicates that a packaging material (identified by the placeholder &1) has not been created in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises during the integration between SAP ERP and EWM, particularly when trying to process packaging materials that are expected to exist in the EWM system but do not.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Packaging Material: The packaging material has not been created in the EWM system. This can happen if the material was created in the ERP system but not replicated to EWM.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration settings between the ERP and EWM systems, preventing the packaging material from being transferred.
  Data Synchronization: The data synchronization process may not have been executed or may have failed, leading to discrepancies between the two systems.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type used for packaging may not be correctly configured or recognized in EWM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create the Packaging Material in EWM:
  
  Manually create the missing packaging material in the EWM system if it is not present. Ensure that all relevant details (like dimensions, weight, etc.) are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  Review the integration settings between the ERP and EWM systems. Ensure that the necessary configurations for material replication are in place.
  
  
  
  Run Data Replication:
  
  Execute the data replication process to ensure that all materials, including packaging materials, are synchronized between the ERP and EWM systems. This can typically be done through transaction codes or background jobs set up for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the material type in both systems to ensure that it is set up correctly for use as packaging material.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Replication:
  
  Look for any error logs or messages in the EWM system that might indicate why the packaging material was not created. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the replication process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EWM and ERP integration for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps that may apply to your version of the software.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/MAT1 to create materials in EWM or /SCWM/PRC to check the status of the replication process.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the packaging material is properly created and recognized in the EWM system.