How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS224 - Pack spec. &1 is deactivated. Create a new version for editing

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Pack spec. &1 is deactivated. Create a new version for editing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS224 - Pack spec. &1 is deactivated. Create a new version for editing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS224 Pack spec. &1 is deactivated. Create a new version for editing typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you attempt to edit a packing specification that has been deactivated. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Packing Specification: The packing specification you are trying to edit is currently deactivated. This means that it cannot be modified until it is reactivated or a new version is created.
  Version Control: SAP EWM uses version control for packing specifications. If the current version is deactivated, you cannot make changes to it directly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Create a New Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code for managing packing specifications (usually /SCWM/PACK_SPEC).
  Search for the deactivated packing specification using the relevant criteria.
  Select the packing specification and choose the option to create a new version. This will allow you to make the necessary edits without affecting the deactivated version.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Existing Version (if applicable):
  
  If you need to reactivate the existing packing specification instead of creating a new version, you can do so by navigating to the packing specification management screen.
  Find the deactivated specification and look for an option to reactivate it. Note that this may not always be possible depending on your organization's policies or the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify packing specifications in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PACK_SPEC for managing packing specifications.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on packing specifications and version management.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create or edit packing specifications.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with packing specifications in SAP EWM.