How To Fix 9J012 - Document is not a shipping document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Document is not a shipping document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J012 - Document is not a shipping document ?

  The SAP error message 9J012: Document is not a shipping document typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the document you are trying to process (such as a delivery or shipment document) is not recognized as a valid shipping document by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document you are trying to use may not be of the correct type that is required for shipping processes.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed as a shipping document (e.g., it might be in a canceled or completed state).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the document as a shipping document.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data may be missing from the document, preventing it from being processed correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the document as a shipping document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document you are trying to process is indeed a shipping document. If it is not, you may need to create or select the correct document type.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document. If it is not in a valid status for shipping, you may need to change its status or create a new document.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the document types and statuses are correctly configured in the system.
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields and data are filled out in the document. This may include shipping details, item information, and other relevant data.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to process the document has the necessary authorizations to perform shipping-related actions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to manage shipping documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to shipping and logistics to understand the requirements for shipping documents better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.