How To Fix DG439 - No countries and no mode-of-transport categories could be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 439

• Message text: No countries and no mode-of-transport categories could be determined

What causes this issue?

To run <DS:GLOS.365620A10ECF688FE10000009B38F985>dangerous goods checks
</>, the sales document must show all countries and mode-of-transport
categories so that the system can find the relevant dangerous goods
regulation.
So that the countries and mode-of-transport categories can be
determined, you must enter a route at the item level of the sales
document. If it is a route without route stages, you must enter the main
leg shipping type at least in the route header.

System Response

The dangerous goods check is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you have entered a route for every check-relevant item in
the document currently being checked.
If you have entered a route, check whether it is a route without
stages.
If you have entered a route without stages, check whether the main leg
shipping type is entered in the route header.
If you have not entered a main leg shipping type in the route header, go
to the IMG activity <ZH>Define Routes</> in Customizing for <ZK>Sales
and Distribution</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG439 - No countries and no mode-of-transport categories could be determined ?

  The SAP error message DG439, which states "No countries and no mode-of-transport categories could be determined," typically occurs in the context of logistics and transportation management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the relevant countries and mode-of-transport categories for a specific transaction or process, which is essential for executing transportation planning, shipping, or related activities.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary configuration for countries and mode-of-transport categories has not been set up in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the relevant materials, customers, or vendors may be incomplete or missing necessary information, such as shipping conditions or transportation zones.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the transportation management configuration, such as missing or incorrect entries in the transportation lanes or routes.
  Transport Planning Data: The transport planning data may not be correctly maintained, leading to the inability to determine the necessary parameters.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the countries and mode-of-transport categories are properly configured in the system. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO).
  Verify that the transportation lanes and routes are correctly defined and that they include the necessary countries and modes of transport.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the materials, customers, and vendors involved in the transaction. Ensure that all relevant fields, such as shipping conditions and transportation zones, are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the relevant country and region codes are correctly assigned to the master data.
  
  
  
  Validate Transport Planning Data:
  
  Review the transport planning data to ensure that it is complete and accurate. This includes checking the transportation planning profiles and ensuring that they are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring transportation management and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the transportation planning process can proceed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, VT01N for creating shipments, and VT02N for changing shipments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the DG439 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.