/SCWM/HU_WM022 - No number assignment configured for packaging material type &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No number assignment configured for packaging material type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM022 - No number assignment configured for packaging material type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM022 No number assignment configured for packaging material type &1 typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that there is no number assignment configuration for the specified packaging material type, which is necessary for the system to generate handling unit numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the packaging material type specified in the error message does not have a number assignment configuration set up in the system.
  Incorrect Packaging Material Type: The packaging material type being used may not be valid or may not have been properly defined in the system.
  System Settings: The system settings for handling units may not be correctly configured to allow for number assignment for the specified packaging material type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for packaging material types in SAP EWM.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, typically found under:
  SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Handling Unit Management -> Define Packaging Material Types
  
  Ensure that the packaging material type in question is defined and that it has the necessary number assignment settings.
  
  
  
  Define Number Assignment:
  
  If the packaging material type is defined but lacks number assignment, you need to configure it.
  In the same configuration area, check the settings for number assignment and ensure that it is set up correctly for the packaging material type.
  
  
  
  Check for Validity:
  
  Ensure that the packaging material type is valid and active in the system. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create a handling unit with the specified packaging material type again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on handling unit management and packaging material types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like HU02 (to manage handling units) or SPRO (to access configuration settings) to navigate through the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the packaging material type has the appropriate number assignment configuration in place.