How To Fix LS_SHP012 - Enter a shipping point.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LS_SHP - Message Class for LE_SHP Apps

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Enter a shipping point.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LS_SHP012 - Enter a shipping point. ?

  The SAP error message LS_SHP012 ("Enter a shipping point") typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that a shipping point has not been specified in the relevant transaction or document, which is necessary for processing shipping and delivery activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shipping Point: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a shipping point in the delivery document or sales order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of shipping points in the system, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the shipping point field or entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Shipping Point: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., creating a delivery or sales order).
  Locate the field for the shipping point and enter the appropriate shipping point code.
  Ensure that the shipping point is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an SAP administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration of shipping points in the system.
  Ensure that the shipping points are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant plants and sales areas.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is frequently encountered by users, consider providing training or documentation on the importance of entering a shipping point and how to do it correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the transaction to identify if there are any underlying issues in the code or configuration that are preventing the shipping point from being recognized.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes where this error might occur include:
  
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  
  
  
  Shipping Point Configuration: 
  
  Shipping points can be configured in the SAP system under the following path:
  
  SPRO > Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Points.
  
  
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on shipping points and their configuration.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.