How To Fix /SCWM/OUTB_PACK008 - &1 doesn't belong to work center &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/OUTB_PACK -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1 doesn't belong to work center &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/OUTB_PACK008 - &1 doesn't belong to work center &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/OUTB_PACK008 &1 doesn't belong to work center &2 typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is a mismatch between the packaging material and the work center being used in the outbound process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Work Center Configuration: The packaging material (e.g., boxes, pallets) you are trying to use is not assigned to the specified work center in the system. Each work center can have specific packaging materials associated with it, and if the material is not linked, this error will occur.
  
  
  Incorrect Packaging Material: The packaging material being used may not be suitable for the operation being performed at the specified work center.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration for either the work center or the packaging material.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the work center configuration in