How To Fix OPS_SE_APPL_SHP039 - Issuing time zone or shipping point required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_APPL_SHP - Proxy Messages for Delivery Services

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Issuing time zone or shipping point required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_APPL_SHP039 - Issuing time zone or shipping point required ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_APPL_SHP039, which states "Issuing time zone or shipping point required," typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires either a time zone or a shipping point to be specified for the operation being performed, and it is missing in the current configuration or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shipping Point: The shipping point may not be defined for the material or the delivery document you are working with.
  Missing Time Zone: The time zone for the shipping point or the issuing location may not be set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the logistics settings that prevent the system from determining the required information.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material, customer, or vendor may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shipping Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OVL2 (Define Shipping Points) and ensure that the shipping point is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Define Time Zone:
  
  Ensure that the time zone is defined for the shipping point. You can check this in the shipping point configuration or in the plant settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings and verify that the time zone is set.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the material, customer, or vendor to ensure that all necessary fields, including shipping point and time zone, are filled out correctly.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master), VD03 (Customer Master), or XD03 (Vendor Master) to review the data.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  If you are processing a delivery or shipment, ensure that all required fields are filled out in the delivery document or shipment order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific configuration settings related to shipping points and time zones.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be specific nuances in your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVL2, SPRO, MM03, VD03, and XD03.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit shipping point and time zone settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OPS_SE_APPL_SHP039 error in your SAP system.