How To Fix /SCWM/UI_PACKING169 - Delivery &1 belongs to warehouse number &2. Packing not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_PACKING -

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Delivery &1 belongs to warehouse number &2. Packing not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING169 - Delivery &1 belongs to warehouse number &2. Packing not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_PACKING169 indicates that there is an issue with packing a delivery in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. The message states that the delivery belongs to a specific warehouse number, and packing is not possible for that delivery in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Warehouse Number Mismatch: The delivery you are trying to pack is associated with a different warehouse number than the one you are currently working in.
  Delivery Status: The delivery may be in a status that does not allow packing (e.g., it may be blocked or not fully processed).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM that restrict packing operations for certain deliveries or warehouse numbers.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform packing operations for the specified warehouse number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Warehouse Number: Verify that you are in the correct warehouse number context. If you are trying to pack a delivery that belongs to a different warehouse, switch to the appropriate warehouse number.
  Review Delivery Status: Check the status of the delivery in the system. Ensure that it is in a state that allows packing (e.g., not blocked, fully processed).
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP EWM configuration team to ensure that there are no restrictions or settings that prevent packing for the delivery in question.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform packing operations in the specified warehouse. If not, contact your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs or system messages for any additional information that may provide insight into why packing is not possible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for more details on packing processes and warehouse management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.