How To Fix /SCWM/OUTB_PACK003 - Please pack with either alternative UoM or base UoM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/OUTB_PACK -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Please pack with either alternative UoM or base UoM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/OUTB_PACK003 - Please pack with either alternative UoM or base UoM ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/OUTB_PACK003 indicates that there is an issue with packing in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, it suggests that the system requires you to pack using either an alternative unit of measure (UoM) or the base unit of measure for the material being handled.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: The material may not be configured correctly in terms of its units of measure. This can happen if the alternative UoM is not defined or if the system is unable to determine which UoM to use for packing.
  Packing Instructions: There may be packing instructions that are not being met, leading to the requirement for a specific UoM.
  Material Master Settings: The material master data may not have the necessary UoM settings, or the UoM conversion factors may not be defined correctly.
  Packing Strategy: The packing strategy defined in the system may require a specific UoM that is not being used in the current packing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record and verify the UoM settings. Ensure that both the base UoM and any alternative UoMs are defined correctly.
  Check the conversion factors between the base UoM and alternative UoMs.
  
  
  
  Review Packing Instructions:
  
  Ensure that the packing instructions for the material are set up correctly. This includes checking if there are any specific requirements for packing that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Packing Process:
  
  When packing, ensure that you are selecting the correct UoM. If you are using an alternative UoM, make sure it is available for the material.
  If necessary, change the packing configuration to allow for the use of the base UoM.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to UoM and packing strategies in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test packing operation to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to check and modify material master data, or LP01 (Packing) to perform packing operations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to EWM and packing processes for more detailed guidance on UoM configurations and packing strategies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete the packing process in SAP EWM.