How To Fix MW361 - Delivery phase does not exist (material &, plant &, alloc tbl &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Delivery phase does not exist (material &, plant &, alloc tbl &)

What causes this issue?

No delivery phase exists for material &V1& and plant &V2&.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_SYSTEMFEHLER
(Note: the key for the allocation table-plant record is &V3&.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW361 - Delivery phase does not exist (material &, plant &, alloc tbl &) ?

  The SAP error message MW361, which states "Delivery phase does not exist (material &, plant &, alloc tbl &)," typically occurs in the context of materials management and logistics when there is an issue related to the delivery phase of a material in a specific plant. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Delivery Phase: The delivery phase for the specified material and plant combination is not defined in the system. This can happen if the material has not been properly set up for delivery processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The allocation table or configuration settings for the material may not be correctly defined, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary delivery phase.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, particularly in the logistics or sales views.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant settings for the material may not have been properly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the delivery phase.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, and Plant Data) to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the delivery phase is defined for the material in the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation Table:
  
  Check the allocation table settings for the material and plant combination. You can do this through transaction codes like OMDU (for allocation table) or similar configuration transactions.
  Ensure that the allocation table is correctly set up and that the delivery phase is included.
  
  
  
  Define Delivery Phases:
  
  If the delivery phase is missing, you may need to define it in the system. This can typically be done through configuration settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the relevant section in the IMG (Logistics Execution > Shipping > Delivery > Define Delivery Phases) and ensure that the necessary phases are defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the delivery phase determination.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), OMDU (Maintain Allocation Table), SPRO (IMG Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logistics Execution: Understanding the logistics execution processes in SAP can help in diagnosing issues related to delivery and shipping.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the MW361 error in your SAP system.