How To Fix /SCWM/UI_PACKING126 - Cannot pack products subject to batch management requirent without batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PACKING -

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Cannot pack products subject to batch management requirent without batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING126 - Cannot pack products subject to batch management requirent without batch ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING126 indicates that you are trying to pack products that are subject to batch management requirements, but the system cannot proceed because a batch has not been specified for the product. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes where batch management is enabled for certain materials.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Requirement: The material you are trying to pack is configured to require batch management, meaning that it must be associated with a specific batch for tracking and inventory purposes.
  Missing Batch Information: When attempting to pack the product, the system does not have a batch assigned to the item, which is mandatory for products that are batch-managed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master data may not be set up correctly, or the batch determination process may not have been executed prior to packing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Batch: Before packing the product, ensure that a batch is assigned to the item. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the material master record and checking the batch management settings.
  Using the batch determination process to find and assign an appropriate batch to the product.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings: Verify the material master settings for the product in question:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to ensure that batch management is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the batch management indicator is set for the relevant plant/storage location.
  
  
  
  Batch Creation: If no batches exist for the material, you may need to create a new batch. This can typically be done through:
  
  Transaction code MSC1N (Create Batch) to create a new batch for the material.
  Ensure that the batch is created in the correct plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Use Batch Determination: If your system is set up for automatic batch determination, ensure that the batch determination process is executed before packing. This can often be done through the packing transaction or by using the appropriate batch determination transaction.
  
  
  Review Packing Process: Ensure that you are following the correct packing process as defined in your organization's procedures. Sometimes, additional steps may be required to ensure that the batch is recognized by the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management in SAP: Batch management is a feature in SAP that allows for the tracking of materials in inventory by batch. This is particularly important for industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals, where traceability is critical.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  /SCWM/PACKING: Packing transaction in SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to batch management and packing processes. The SAP Help Portal also provides detailed documentation on batch management and packing functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully pack the products that are subject to batch management requirements.