What is packaging code in SAP EHS-ERP - EHS Management in ERP?

SAP Term: packaging code

• Component: EHS-ERP

• Component Name: EHS Management in ERP

• Description: The identification of packaging based on UN recommendations. Packaging codes are identical across international boundaries. The code number is composed of one Arabic numeral for the packaging type or two numerals for large packaging materials, one or more Latin letters for the basic material, and another numeral for the packaging category: 1st character packaging type, such as 1 for drum or 2 for wooden barrel 2nd and 3rd characters basic material, such as A for steel or H for plastic 4th character packaging category, such as 1 for bung or 2 for head

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• Key Concepts: 
  Packaging code is a feature of SAP EHS Management in ERP that allows users to assign a unique code to each package of hazardous materials. This code is used to identify the package and its contents, and can be used to track the package throughout its life cycle. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To assign a packaging code, users must first create a package in the system. Once the package is created, users can assign a unique code to it. This code can then be used to track the package throughout its life cycle. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the packaging codes are unique and easy to remember. This will make it easier for users to track packages and ensure that they are properly identified. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP EHS Management in ERP, please refer to the official SAP documentation.