How To Fix /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT005 - Delivery &1, item &2: Unpacked quantity must be split manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Delivery &1, item &2: Unpacked quantity must be split manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT005 - Delivery &1, item &2: Unpacked quantity must be split manually ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GOODS_MOVEMENT005 indicates that there is an issue with the unpacked quantity during a goods movement process in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, it states that the unpacked quantity for a delivery item must be split manually. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Unpacked Quantity: The error typically arises when the system detects that the quantity being processed cannot be automatically handled due to the nature of the items involved. This often occurs when dealing with items that are not packed in standard units or when the system cannot determine how to split the quantities based on the existing packing instructions.
  
  
  Packing Instructions: If the delivery item has specific packing instructions that do not align with the quantity being processed, the system may require manual intervention to determine how to split the unpacked quantity.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that affect how unpacked quantities are handled, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Manual Splitting: The immediate solution is to manually split the unpacked quantity in the delivery. This can be done by:
  
  Accessing the delivery document in the EWM system.
  Identifying the item that has the unpacked quantity.
  Manually adjusting the quantities to reflect the correct packing or splitting as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Packing Instructions: Check the packing instructions for the delivery item. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that they allow for the quantities being processed. If necessary, update the packing instructions to accommodate the current scenario.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the EWM configuration settings related to packing and goods movement. Ensure that the system is set up to handle unpacked quantities appropriately.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling unpacked quantities and the specific error message.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the goods movement process are trained on how to handle unpacked quantities and understand the implications of the error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling unpacked quantities.
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the EWM configuration settings related to packing and goods movement to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for processing deliveries) to manage and adjust deliveries as needed.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error and improve the handling of unpacked quantities in your SAP EWM system.