How To Fix CRM_SHIPPING_MD407 - No description for incoterm &1 is available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SHIPPING_MD - Messages for Shipping Set

• Message number: 407

• Message text: No description for incoterm &1 is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SHIPPING_MD407 - No description for incoterm &1 is available ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SHIPPING_MD407 indicates that there is no description available for the specified Incoterm in the system. Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are standardized trade terms that define the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Incoterm Description: The primary cause of this error is that the Incoterm specified in the transaction does not have a corresponding description in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The Incoterm may not be properly configured in the SAP system, or it may not be defined in the relevant language.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the Incoterms.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Incoterm Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OVI1 (or SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Shipping -> Basic Shipping Functions -> Define Incoterms).
  Verify that the Incoterm in question is defined and has a description in the relevant language.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Descriptions:
  
  If the Incoterm exists but lacks a description, you can add the necessary descriptions in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the Incoterm description is available in the language you are using in your SAP session. You can check this in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer or vendor to ensure that the correct Incoterm is assigned and that it matches the defined Incoterms in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests have been moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on configuring Incoterms.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OVI1: Define Incoterms
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to Incoterms or this error message.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify Incoterm settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_SHIPPING_MD407 error and ensure that the Incoterms are correctly configured in your SAP system.