How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS136 - Packaging specification &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Packaging specification &1 is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS136 - Packaging specification &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS136 indicates that a packaging specification is inactive. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to use a packaging specification that has not been activated or is not available for use.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Packaging Specification: The packaging specification you are trying to use is marked as inactive in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the packaging specification settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the packaging specification.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Packaging Specification:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PS (Packaging Specification).
  Search for the packaging specification number indicated in the error message.
  Check the status of the packaging specification. If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the packaging specification is correctly configured and meets all necessary criteria for activation.
  Verify that all required fields and settings are properly filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Related Data:
  
  Check if there are any dependencies or related data that need to be addressed for the packaging specification to be active.
  Ensure that the packaging specification is assigned to the correct products or materials.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on packaging specifications and their activation.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PS for managing packaging specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to packaging specifications and their activation for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate packaging specifications in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully activate the packaging specification.