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Message type: E = Error
Message class: VHU01 - Message ID for Master Data Maintenance Packing Objects
Message number: 089
Message text: Material, packaging material are not defined as such
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VHU01089
- Material, packaging material are not defined as such ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message VHU01089: "Material, packaging material are not defined as such":
Error Message:
VHU01089 - Material, packaging material are not defined as such
Cause:
This error occurs when you try to use a material as a packaging material in a process (such as packaging, handling unit management, or delivery processing), but the material master data does not have the packaging material indicator or relevant settings activated.
In SAP, packaging materials must be explicitly defined as such in the material master. If the material is not flagged or configured as a packaging material, the system will not allow it to be used in packaging-related transactions, leading to this error.
Where it occurs:
Check Material Master:
Set Packaging Material Indicator:
VERP
).Material Type:
VERP
).Check Packaging Material Settings:
Reprocess the Transaction:
VERP
: This is the standard SAP material type for packaging materials.Aspect | Details |
---|---|
Error | VHU01089 - Material, packaging material are not defined as such |
Cause | Material is not flagged or configured as a packaging material in the material master |
Solution | Set the packaging material indicator in MM02; ensure material type is suitable (e.g., VERP) |
Transactions | MM02 (Change Material), HUM transactions, delivery processing |
Related SAP Area | Logistics Execution, Handling Unit Management |
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