How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS160 - Q-obligatory batch material is only packed with batch data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Q-obligatory batch material is only packed with batch data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS160 - Q-obligatory batch material is only packed with batch data ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS160 indicates that a quantity-obligatory batch material is being packed without the necessary batch data. This typically occurs in the context of handling units (HUs) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module of SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to pack a batch-managed material that requires batch information, but the batch data is not provided during the packing process.
  The material is defined as quantity-obligatory, meaning that it must have batch information associated with it for inventory management and tracking purposes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material in question is set up correctly in the material master. Verify that it is marked as batch-managed and that the batch management settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Provide Batch Data:
  
  When packing the material, ensure that you select or enter the appropriate batch data. This can typically be done in the packing screen where you can specify the batch number for the material being packed.
  
  
  
  Review Packing Instructions:
  
  If there are specific packing instructions or rules defined in your system, ensure that they are being followed. This may include ensuring that the correct batch is being used for packing.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Determination:
  
  If batch determination is configured in your system, ensure that it is functioning correctly. You may need to check the batch determination procedure to ensure that it is set up to automatically select the correct batch during the packing process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to batch management and handling units for additional guidance on how to manage batch data during packing.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the packing has the necessary authorizations to access and manage batch data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP EWM, including how batches are created, managed, and assigned to materials.
  Handling Units (HUs): Familiarize yourself with the concept of handling units in SAP EWM, including how they are created, packed, and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, 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 and successfully pack the quantity-obligatory batch material with the required batch data.