How To Fix /SCWM/WHO162 - Unable to determine a packaging specification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WHO -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Unable to determine a packaging specification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WHO162 - Unable to determine a packaging specification ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WHO162 ("Unable to determine a packaging specification") typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution processes within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a suitable packaging specification for the item being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Packaging Specification: The most common cause is that there is no packaging specification defined for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master may not have the necessary data related to packaging.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to packaging specifications, such as incorrect unit of measure or dimensions.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for packaging specifications in the system may not be set up correctly.
  Item Not Assigned to Packaging: The item may not be assigned to any packaging specification in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define Packaging Specification:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SCWM/PACKSPEC to create or maintain packaging specifications.
  Ensure that the packaging specification is correctly defined for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data.
  Ensure that the relevant views (such as Sales, Purchasing, and Warehouse) are correctly maintained and that packaging information is included.
  
  
  
  Review Packaging Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP EWM system to ensure that packaging specifications are properly set up.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the packaging settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Packaging to Item:
  
  Ensure that the item is assigned to the correct packaging specification. This can be done in the material master or through the packaging specification maintenance.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Review the data for any inconsistencies, such as incorrect units of measure or dimensions that may prevent the system from determining the packaging specification.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on packaging specifications and related settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SCWM/PACKSPEC: For maintaining packaging specifications.
  MM03: For viewing material master data.
  SPRO: For accessing configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to packaging specifications and the error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify packaging specifications.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.