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Simplification of Extended
Warehouse Management (EWM)

Auto Packing with Packaging Specifications

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Business Use Case: Auto Packing with Packspec in EWM
A large e-commerce company is looking to optimize its warehouse operations by automating the packing process
using Pack spec in EWM. The company handles thousands of orders daily, and manual packing is time-consuming
and prone to errors.

Objective:

To streamline the packing process, reduce errors, and improve overall efficiency by implementing auto packing
with Packspec in EWM.

Challenges:
 Manual Packing Errors: Manual packing can lead to mistakes, such as incorrect packaging materials or
improper packing methods.
 Time-Consuming: Manual packing is labor-intensive and slows down the order fulfillment process.
 Inconsistent Packing: Different packers may use different methods, leading to inconsistencies in how products
are packed.
 Resource Utilization: Efficiently utilizing packaging materials and labor resources is crucial for cost savings.

Business Usage and Benefits:

Efficiency: Standardized packing instructions streamline the packing process, saving time and reducing labor
costs.
Accuracy: Clear guidelines ensure products are packed correctly, minimizing the risk of damage during transit.
Cost Savings: Efficient packing reduces material waste and optimizes space utilization, leading to overall cost
savings.
Compliance: Packing specifications help meet industry standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring
product safety and quality.
Customer Satisfaction: Well-packed products arrive in perfect condition, enhancing customer satisfaction and
trust.

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1 CONTENTS
2 Business Requirement: ................................................................................................................................................. 5
3 Pre-Requisites ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
4 Determination of Packaging Specifications .................................................................................................................. 6
4.1.1 Define Access Sequences .............................................................................................................................. 6
4.1.2 Define Condition Types ................................................................................................................................. 7
4.1.3 Define Determination Procedure ................................................................................................................. 8
5 Logistics – General - Handling Unit Management ........................................................................................................ 8
5.1 External Identification ........................................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.1 Set Unique Number Assignment for HU Identification................................................................................. 8
5.1.2 Set Unique Number Assignment for HU Identification................................................................................. 8
5.2 Basics ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
5.2.1 Define Packaging Material Types for Shipping ............................................................................................. 9
5.2.2 Define Material Group for Packaging Materials ......................................................................................... 10
5.2.3 Define Allowed Packaging Materials .......................................................................................................... 10
6 SCM EWM - Master Data ............................................................................................................................................ 11
6.1 Packaging Specification ....................................................................................................................................... 11
6.1.1 Define Level Type ........................................................................................................................................ 11
6.1.2 Define Element Type ................................................................................................................................... 12
6.1.3 Define Level Set .......................................................................................................................................... 12
6.1.4 Define Work Step Type ............................................................................................................................... 14
6.1.5 Define Packaging Material Types ................................................................................................................ 14
6.1.6 Assign Packaging Material Type to Element Type ...................................................................................... 15
6.1.7 Assign Work Step Type to Packaging Material Type ................................................................................... 16
6.2 Packaging Specification ....................................................................................................................................... 17
6.2.1 Define Number Range for Packaging Specification .................................................................................... 17
6.2.2 Define General Packaging Specification Parameters .................................................................................. 17
6.2.3 Define Packaging Specification Group ........................................................................................................ 18
6.3 Create or Maintain packaging specification ........................................................................................................ 18
6.3.1 Maintain Packaging Work Step ................................................................................................................... 18
6.3.2 Maintain Level Element Group ................................................................................................................... 19
6.3.3 Create Packaging Specification ................................................................................................................... 20
7 Material Master .......................................................................................................................................................... 25
7.1 S4 Hana ................................................................................................................................................................ 25
7.1.1 Trading Item: Laptop................................................................................................................................... 25
7.1.2 Packing Material ......................................................................................................................................... 25

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 7.2 EWM .................................................................................................................................................................... 26
7.2.1 Trading Item: Laptop................................................................................................................................... 26
7.2.2 Packing Material ......................................................................................................................................... 27
8 Testing......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
8.1 Purchase Order .................................................................................................................................................... 28
8.2 Inbound delivery & distribute to EWM ............................................................................................................... 28
8.3 Maintain Inbound delivery in EWM..................................................................................................................... 28
8.3.1 Warehouse Task.......................................................................................................................................... 29
8.3.2 WH Monitor ................................................................................................................................................ 30
8.3.3 WM – HU - Physical Stock ........................................................................................................................... 32

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2 BUSINESS REQUIREMENT:
Auto Packing Laptops in Inbound Process with 3-Level Packing Hierarchy

Receive laptops quantity of Laptop in UOM EA from the vendor and update the inventory system with accurate quantities
and product details.

3-Level Packing Hierarchy:

Level 1 (Primary Packing): Each laptop is placed and wrapped on Bubble Wrap Paper.

Level 2 (Secondary Packing): Individual Laptop are placed in a Carton Box and taped.

Level 3 (Tertiary Packing): Cartons Boxes are placed on a pallet, wrapped securely with shrink wrap or strapping to ensure
stability during transportation.

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3 PRE-REQUISITES
SIMG > SCM EWM > EWM > GR Process > Inbound Delivery > Define Document Type for Inbound Deliveries Process

4 DETERMINATION OF PACKAGING SPECIFICATIONS

*** Use default Create Field Catalog and Define Condition Tables

4.1.1 Define Access Sequences

SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Determination of Packaging Specifications-- Define Access
Sequences

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4.1.2 Define Condition Types
SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Determination of Packaging Specifications-- Define Condition
Types

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4.1.3 Define Determination Procedure
SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Determination of Packaging Specifications--Define
Determination Procedure

5 LOGISTICS – GENERAL - HANDLING UNIT MANAGEMENT

5.1 EXTERNAL IDENTIFICATION

5.1.1 Set Unique Number Assignment for HU Identification
SIMG-->Logistics – General--> Handling Unit Management--> External Identification -->Set Unique Number Assignment
for HU Identification

5.1.2 Set Unique Number Assignment for HU Identification

SIMG-->Logistics – General--> Handling Unit Management--> External Identification -->Set Set Unique Number
Assignment for HU Identification-->Interval-->Change

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5.2 BASICS
5.2.1 Define Packaging Material Types for Shipping
SIMG-->Logistics – General--> Handling Unit Management--> Basics-->Define Packaging Material Types for Shipping

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5.2.2 Define Material Group for Packaging Materials
SIMG-->Logistics – General--> Handling Unit Management--> Basics--> Define Material Group for Packaging Materials

5.2.3 Define Allowed Packaging Materials

SIMG-->Logistics – General--> Handling Unit Management--> Basics-->Define Allowed Packaging Materials

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6 SCM EWM - MASTER DATA

6.1 PACKAGING SPECIFICATION

6.1.1 Define Level Type
SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Maintain Structure of Packaging Specification-- Define Level
Type

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6.1.2 Define Element Type
SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Maintain Structure of Packaging Specification-- Define
Element Type

6.1.3 Define Level Set

SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Maintain Structure of Packaging Specification--Define Level
Set

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Assign Level Types

Assign Element Types

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6.1.4 Define Work Step Type
SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Maintain Structure of Packaging Specification-- Define Work
Step Type

6.1.5 Define Packaging Material Types

SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Maintain Structure of Packaging Specification--Define
Packaging Material Types

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6.1.6 Assign Packaging Material Type to Element Type
SIMG--SCM--EWM--Master Data--Packaging Specification-- Maintain Structure of Packaging Specification--Assign
Packaging Material Type to Element Type

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