How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM003 - No process type exists. No repacking possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No process type exists. No repacking possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM003 - No process type exists. No repacking possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM003 No process type exists. No repacking possible typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid process type for repacking the handling unit, which is necessary for performing the repacking operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Process Type: The most common cause of this error is that there is no process type defined for the repacking operation in the system. Process types are essential for defining how certain warehouse processes should be executed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the appropriate process type.
  Incorrect Warehouse Settings: The warehouse settings may not be correctly configured to allow repacking for the specific handling unit or material.
  Missing or Incorrectly Assigned Warehouse Process Type: The warehouse process type for repacking may not be assigned to the relevant warehouse or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Process Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PRT (Process Type) in SAP EWM.
  Check if a process type for repacking exists. If not, you will need to create one.
  Ensure that the process type is correctly configured with the necessary parameters for repacking.
  
  
  
  Assign Process Type:
  
  Ensure that the defined process type is assigned to the relevant warehouse and is active.
  Check the configuration in the warehouse management settings to ensure that the process type is linked to the appropriate warehouse process.
  
  
  
  Check Warehouse Settings:
  
  Review the warehouse settings to ensure that repacking is allowed for the specific handling unit or material.
  Verify that the handling unit is in a status that allows repacking.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the repacking process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRT for process types and /SCWM/HU for handling units.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on configuring process types and handling units.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully perform the repacking operation in SAP EWM.