How To Fix LE_SHP_APJ004 - No valid shipping points found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LE_SHP_APJ - LE-SHP Messages for application job scheduling

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No valid shipping points found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LE_SHP_APJ004 - No valid shipping points found ?

  The SAP error message LE_SHP_APJ004: No valid shipping points found typically occurs in the Logistics Execution (LE) module when the system is unable to find a valid shipping point for a delivery or shipment. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Shipping Point Configuration: The shipping point may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the shipping point master data.
  
  
  Plant Assignment: The shipping point may not be assigned to the relevant plant or storage location. Each shipping point must be linked to a specific plant.
  
  
  Shipping Conditions: The shipping conditions defined in the sales order or delivery may not match any shipping points available in the system.
  
  
  Date and Time Constraints: The shipping point may not be valid for the date and time of the delivery. For example, if the shipping point is closed on certain days, it won't be available for use.
  
  
  Transportation Zone: The transportation zone assigned to the delivery may not have any shipping points associated with it.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to customers, materials, or other relevant entities that affect shipping point determination.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Shipping Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the configuration for shipping points. Ensure that the shipping point is correctly set up and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Check if the shipping point is assigned to the correct plant. You can do this by navigating to the shipping point master data and verifying the plant assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Shipping Conditions:
  
  Ensure that the shipping conditions in the sales order or delivery match the conditions defined for the shipping points.
  
  
  
  Check Date and Time Validity:
  
  Verify that the date and time of the delivery fall within the operational hours of the shipping point.
  
  
  
  Examine Transportation Zones:
  
  Check the transportation zone settings and ensure that the shipping point is associated with the correct transportation zone.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the master data for customers and materials to ensure that there are no inconsistencies that could affect shipping point determination.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to check the details of the delivery and see if any fields are missing or incorrect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVL2 (Define Shipping Points), OVL3 (Display Shipping Points), and OVL1 (Change Shipping Points).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on shipping point determination and configuration.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented for shipping point determination, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.