/SCWM/HU_WM071 - Number assignment for packaging material type &1 not maintained

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Number assignment for packaging material type &1 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM071 - Number assignment for packaging material type &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM071 indicates that there is an issue with the number assignment for a specific packaging material type in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid number range for the specified packaging material type, which is necessary for creating handling units (HUs).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Assignment: The packaging material type specified in the error message does not have a number range assigned to it in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for handling units or packaging material types may not be set up correctly.
  Custom Packaging Material Type: If a custom packaging material type is being used, it may not have been properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to handling units (usually HUM or similar).
  Verify if the number range for the specific packaging material type is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Maintain Number Range:
  
  If the number range is missing, you will need to create a new number range for the packaging material type.
  In the same SNRO transaction, you can create or adjust the number range intervals as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Extended Warehouse Management > Cross-Process Settings > Handling Unit Management > Define Packaging Material Types.
  Ensure that the packaging material type in question is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate number range.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or EWM consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP EWM, handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of goods. Each handling unit can consist of one or more items and is assigned a unique identifier.
  Number Ranges: Number ranges are used in SAP to ensure that each object (like handling units) has a unique identifier. Proper configuration is crucial for the smooth operation of logistics processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/HU_WM071 and ensure that your packaging material types are correctly configured in SAP EWM.