How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS162 - Determination analysis switched off for pack. spec. determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Determination analysis switched off for pack. spec. determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS162 - Determination analysis switched off for pack. spec. determination ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS162 indicates that the determination analysis for packing specification determination has been switched off. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to determine the appropriate packing specification for a given product or handling unit.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The packing specification determination might be disabled in the system configuration. This can happen if the relevant settings in the EWM configuration are not properly set up.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to packing specifications, such as the packing material or the product master data.
  User Settings: The user might have specific settings or authorizations that prevent the determination process from being executed.
  Process Flow: The process flow being executed may not require packing specifications, or the system is configured to bypass this step.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the EWM configuration settings and ensure that the packing specification determination is enabled. This can typically be found under the relevant customizing path in the SAP EWM configuration.
  Verify that the packing specifications are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the packing specifications are correctly assigned to the products in the product master data.
  Check if the packing materials are correctly defined and available in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform packing specification determination. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Process Flow Review:
  
  Review the process flow to ensure that it is designed to utilize packing specifications. If the process does not require packing, you may need to adjust the workflow accordingly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the determination is failing. This may require technical expertise in SAP EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on packing specification determination.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on packing specifications and their configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to enable packing specification determination in your SAP EWM system.