How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS073 - There are no valid packaging material types for element type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: There are no valid packaging material types for element type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS073 - There are no valid packaging material types for element type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS073 indicates that there are no valid packaging material types for the specified element type in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a suitable packaging material type for the item or product being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Packaging Material Types: The packaging material types required for the specific element type (e.g., product, handling unit) are not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for packaging materials may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to identify valid packaging materials.
  Element Type Issues: The element type being referenced may not be correctly defined or may not have any associated packaging material types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to packaging materials or products.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Packaging Material Types:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify that the necessary packaging material types are defined for the element type in question.
  Ensure that the packaging material types are active and correctly assigned to the relevant products.
  
  
  
  Define Packaging Material Types:
  
  If packaging material types are missing, you can define them in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant EWM configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Element Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the element type to ensure it is set up correctly and that it has valid associations with packaging material types.
  
  
  
  Master Data Maintenance:
  
  Review the master data for the products involved. Ensure that the packaging material types are correctly assigned to the products in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on packaging material types and their configuration in EWM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system can successfully identify valid packaging material types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/MAT1 for material master maintenance or /SCWM/PRD for product data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 message /SCWM/PS_BASICS073 and ensure that valid packaging material types are available for the specified element type.