How To Fix /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS548 - Packaging specification &1 level &2 contains two main packaging materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS -

• Message number: 548

• Message text: Packaging specification &1 level &2 contains two main packaging materials

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS548 - Packaging specification &1 level &2 contains two main packaging materials ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUFUNCTIONS548 indicates that there is an issue with the packaging specification in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, it states that the packaging specification for a handling unit (HU) contains two main packaging materials, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A packaging specification is defined with more than one main packaging material at the same level.
  The system expects only one main packaging material to be defined for a specific level in the packaging hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Packaging Specifications:
  
  Go to the packaging specification in the SAP EWM system.
  Verify the levels defined in the packaging specification.
  Ensure that each level has only one main packaging material assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify the Packaging Specification:
  
  If you find that there are multiple main packaging materials defined at the same level, you will need to modify the packaging specification.
  Remove or change the designation of the additional main packaging materials to non-main packaging materials.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Packaging Specification:
  
  If the packaging specification is complex or difficult to modify, consider recreating it from scratch with the correct structure.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the packaging process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Packaging Specifications: In SAP EWM, packaging specifications define how products are packed into handling units. Each specification can have multiple levels, and each level can contain different types of packaging materials.
  Handling Units (HUs): HUs are the physical units that are used to manage inventory in the warehouse. They can consist of various packaging materials and can be nested within each other.
  SAP EWM Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP EWM documentation or help resources, which provide guidelines on how to set up and manage packaging specifications correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.