How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM136 - Packaging material type &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Packaging material type &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM136 - Packaging material type &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM136 Packaging material type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a packaging material type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Packaging Material Type: The specified packaging material type (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The packaging material type may have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to packaging materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Extended Warehouse Management > Cross-Process Settings > Packaging > Define Packaging Material Types.
  Verify if the packaging material type in question exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Packaging Material Type:
  
  If the packaging material type is missing, create a new one by following the necessary steps in the configuration.
  If it exists but is inactive, ensure it is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the packaging material type is correctly assigned to the relevant handling units and that there are no inconsistencies in the master data.
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, check the user input to ensure that the correct packaging material type is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on packaging material types and handling units.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration.
  HU02 for handling unit management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error related to the packaging material type in SAP EWM.