How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY605 - Means of transport &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Means of transport &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY605 - Means of transport &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY605 indicates that the system cannot find the specified means of transport (MOT) in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes, particularly when trying to create or process deliveries that require a specific means of transport.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Means of Transport: The means of transport you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The means of transport may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the means of transport field.
  Transport Type Not Assigned: The transport type may not be assigned to the relevant delivery or shipment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Means of Transport:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining means of transport (usually /SCWM/MOT or similar).
  Verify if the means of transport you are trying to use exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Means of Transport:
  
  If the means of transport does not exist, create a new entry with the required details.
  If it exists but is inactive or incorrectly configured, update the entry to ensure it is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry in the delivery or shipment document to ensure that the means of transport is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Type Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the transport type is correctly assigned to the delivery or shipment. This can usually be checked in the delivery document or shipment configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage means of transport in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/MOT, /SCWM/DELIVERY, and others related to warehouse management.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to understand how means of transport are set up and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the means of transport is correctly recognized in your SAP system.