How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS085 - No valid pairs of packaging material type / work step type for PM type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No valid pairs of packaging material type / work step type for PM type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS085 - No valid pairs of packaging material type / work step type for PM type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS085 indicates that there are no valid pairs of packaging material types and work step types for the specified packaging material (PM) type. This error typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to perform packaging operations.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the system is not configured correctly. Specifically, there may be no valid combinations of packaging material types and work step types defined in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The packaging material type or work step type may not be properly defined in the system, or the necessary master data may be missing.
  Incorrect Packaging Process: The packaging process being attempted may not be supported for the specified packaging material type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify that the packaging material types and work step types are correctly defined.
  Ensure that there are valid combinations of packaging material types and work step types in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Define Valid Combinations:
  
  If the combinations are missing, you will need to create them. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant EWM configuration area.
  Navigate to the path: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Packaging -> Define Packaging Material Types and Work Step Types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the packaging material type in question. Ensure that it is correctly set up and active.
  Verify that the work step type is also correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, test the configuration by attempting the packaging operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring packaging in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for packaging) or /SCWM/MON (for monitoring) to analyze the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS085 and ensure that your packaging processes in SAP EWM function correctly.