How To Fix MEPO145 - Not possible to determine shipping point for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Not possible to determine shipping point for item &1

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine a <DS:GLOS.3526C7FEAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>
shipping point</> for item &V1& from the combination shipping condition
&V2&, loading group &V3&, plant/storage location &V4&.

System Response

Without a shipping point you cannot create a
<DS:GLOS.3526BEB2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>delivery</> in the Sales
component.

How to fix this error?

If this is a warning message, you can continue processing. If it is an
error message you cannot.
Contact your system administrator.
He or she can specify a shipping point in <DS:SIMG.SIMGOLSD_SHIPPT_LGOR>
Shipping Customizing</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO145 - Not possible to determine shipping point for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message MEPO145, which states "Not possible to determine shipping point for item &1," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the shipping point for a specific item in the document.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data:
  
  The material master data may not have a shipping point assigned.
  The vendor master data may not have the necessary shipping information.
  The plant associated with the material may not be correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues:
  
  The shipping point determination configuration may not be set up correctly in the system.
  The shipping point may not be assigned to the relevant plant or storage location.
  
  
  
  Incomplete Purchase Order Data:
  
  The purchase order may be missing key information, such as the plant or storage location.
  
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues:
  
  If the transport layer is not correctly defined, it may lead to issues in determining the shipping point.
  
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify that the shipping point is correctly assigned for the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Review the vendor master (transaction code XK03) to ensure that the shipping information is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for shipping point determination in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Shipping Point and Goods Receiving Point Determination.
  
  
  Ensure that the shipping points are correctly assigned to the plants and storage locations.
  
  
  
  Complete Purchase Order Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the purchase order are filled out correctly, including the plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  Verify that the transport layer is correctly defined and that it allows for the determination of shipping points.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to shipping point determination.
  
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs:
  
  If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect shipping point determination.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MEPO145 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.