How To Fix /SCWM/IT019 - Number range assignment for packaging specification partly exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/IT -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Number range assignment for packaging specification partly exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/IT019 - Number range assignment for packaging specification partly exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/IT019 Number range assignment for packaging specification partly exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the number range assignment for packaging specifications. This error indicates that the system is unable to fully assign a number range to a packaging specification due to some existing configurations or data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Partially Defined Number Ranges: The number range for the packaging specification may be partially defined, meaning that some segments of the number range are already in use or not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the number range objects related to packaging specifications.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from properly assigning the number range.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the number range object related to packaging specifications (usually /SCWM/PS).
  Ensure that the number range is fully defined and that there are no gaps or overlaps in the number range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is partially defined, you may need to adjust it by either extending the range or correcting any overlaps.
  Make sure that the number range is set to "Internal" if it is meant to be automatically assigned by the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Assignments:
  
  Review any existing packaging specifications to see if they are using the same number range and if they are causing conflicts.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the packaging specifications to identify any data issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the number range settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to number range management and packaging specifications for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  SCWM/PS - Packaging Specification Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional solutions related to this error message.
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for EWM, especially those related to packaging and number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SCWM/IT019.