How To Fix GTCN_MESSAGE057 - Shipping point cannot be changed

GTCN_MESSAGE057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GTCN_MESSAGE - GTCN: Message Class

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Shipping point cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE057 - Shipping point cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE057, which states "Shipping point cannot be changed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify the shipping point in a document (like a sales order, delivery, or shipment) where the shipping point is already determined and cannot be altered due to certain conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may already be in a status that does not allow changes to the shipping point. For example, if the document has already been processed or confirmed, the shipping point may be locked.
  Dependencies: The shipping point may be linked to other data that restricts changes, such as delivery routes, transportation planning, or existing stock movements.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to the shipping point based on specific business rules or settings in the SAP system.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the shipping point in the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status