How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS401 - Level &1: Quantity classification &2 should only be set once per packspec

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Level &1: Quantity classification &2 should only be set once per packspec

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS401 - Level &1: Quantity classification &2 should only be set once per packspec ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS401 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity classification in the packaging specification (packspec) within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that a certain quantity classification should only be set once per packaging specification.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The same quantity classification is being defined multiple times for a single packaging specification.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the packaging specification setup, leading to conflicting entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity in the system, such as incorrect or incomplete data entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Packaging Specification:
  
  Navigate to the packaging specification in question.
  Review the quantity classifications defined for that specification.
  Ensure that each quantity classification is unique and not duplicated.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries for the same quantity classification, modify or delete the unnecessary duplicates to ensure that each classification is set only once.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to packaging specifications in your SAP EWM system.
  Ensure that the settings align with the business requirements and that there are no conflicting configurations.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entries in the system to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or errors that could lead to this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on packaging specifications and quantity classifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the packaging specification to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PACKSPEC to access and manage packaging specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS401.