How To Fix /SCWM/RACKTYPE029 - More than one HU structure template in whse &1 uses pack. material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RACKTYPE -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: More than one HU structure template in whse &1 uses pack. material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RACKTYPE029 - More than one HU structure template in whse &1 uses pack. material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RACKTYPE029 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of handling unit (HU) structure templates in the warehouse. Specifically, it means that more than one HU structure template in the specified warehouse (indicated by &1) is using the same packing material (indicated by &2). This can lead to ambiguity in the system regarding which template to use for packing operations.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: Multiple HU structure templates have been defined for the same packing material in the same warehouse.
  Incorrect Template Assignment: The packing material may have been assigned to multiple templates unintentionally.
  System Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the warehouse management settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Templates:
  
  Use transaction code /SCWM/RACK to display the HU structure templates in the warehouse.
  Check which templates are using the same packing material.
  
  
  
  Review and Modify Templates:
  
  Decide which HU structure template should be used for the packing material.
  If necessary, modify or delete the duplicate templates to ensure that each packing material is associated with only one HU structure template.
  
  
  
  Adjust Packing Material Assignment:
  
  If the packing material is intended to be used with multiple templates, consider creating distinct packing materials for each template to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the packing process to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the correct HU structure template is being used.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the templates and packing materials for future reference and to prevent similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Units (HUs): In SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), handling units are used to manage the physical packaging of goods. Each HU can have a specific structure template that defines how it is packed.
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Ensure that your warehouse management settings are correctly configured to avoid conflicts in HU structure templates.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. The SAP Help Portal may also provide additional guidance on handling unit management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your warehouse management processes run smoothly.