How To Fix /SCWM/UI_PACKING159 - Qual. inspection and Counting only possible with transaction type 3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PACKING -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Qual. inspection and Counting only possible with transaction type 3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING159 - Qual. inspection and Counting only possible with transaction type 3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING159 indicates that quality inspection and counting can only be performed with transaction type 3 in the context of warehouse management and packing processes. This error typically arises in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to perform a quality inspection or counting operation that is not compatible with the current transaction type being used.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is configured to allow quality inspections and counting only for specific transaction types, particularly transaction type 3, which is often associated with certain types of goods movements or handling units. If you are trying to perform a quality inspection or counting with a different transaction type, the system will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: Verify the transaction type you are using for the operation. Ensure that it is