How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS123 - Packaging Material Type &1 not allowed with element type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Packaging Material Type &1 not allowed with element type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS123 - Packaging Material Type &1 not allowed with element type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS123 indicates that there is an issue with the packaging material type being used in conjunction with a specific element type in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a packaging material type that is not compatible with the specified element type during processes such as packing, shipping, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Packaging Material Type: The packaging material type specified in the transaction is not allowed for the element type being processed. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that restrict certain packaging materials for specific uses.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for packaging materials and their allowed element types may not be correctly defined.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the packaging material or the product may not be set up correctly, leading to incompatibility.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant sections for packaging materials.
  Ensure that the packaging material type is correctly configured to be used with the specified element type.
  Verify the allowed combinations of packaging material types and element types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the packaging material and the product to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the packaging material type is assigned to the correct product and that it is marked as active.
  
  
  
  Adjust Packaging Process:
  
  If the packaging material type is indeed not allowed for the element type, consider using a different packaging material that is compatible.
  Review the packing instructions or guidelines to ensure compliance with the allowed packaging materials.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on packaging materials and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product master data) or /SCWM/PACK (for packing) to review and adjust settings.
  Customizing Path: The path in SPRO for packaging material configuration is usually found under:
  
  Logistics Execution -> Extended Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Packaging Material -> Define Packaging Material Types.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more details on the error and any related messages that could provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.