If, for example, you are going to deliver handling units worldwide, unique number assignment for identification of the handling units is necessary, and it is also a good idea to assign SSCC18 numbers ( see also EAN128 ).
In the Customizing settings for the packaging material type, you must maintain the
Handling unit type
field.
In Customizing, choose
Maintain the
HU type for EAN128
field for the relevant packaging material type.
In the
packing dialog
, select the
Pack material
tab.
Select the handling unit for which you want to assign an SSCC18.
Choose
.A new SSCC18 number is generated and automatically assigned to the handling unit.