How To Fix /SPE/CROSS_DOCKING018 - No receiving cross-docking partner is assigned to inbound delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/CROSS_DOCKING -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No receiving cross-docking partner is assigned to inbound delivery

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/CROSS_DOCKING018 - No receiving cross-docking partner is assigned to inbound delivery ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/CROSS_DOCKING018 indicates that there is no receiving cross-docking partner assigned to the inbound delivery. This error typically occurs in the context of cross-docking processes, where goods are received and immediately transferred to another location without being stored in inventory.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The cross-docking partner may not be configured in the system for the specific inbound delivery.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material or vendor may not have the necessary cross-docking partner information.
  Inbound Delivery Setup: The inbound delivery may not have been set up correctly to include the cross-docking partner.
  Cross-Docking Settings: The cross-docking settings in the system may not be properly defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cross-Docking Partner Assignment:
  
  Go to the inbound delivery document in SAP and check if a cross-docking partner is assigned.
  If not, you may need to assign a valid cross-docking partner.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master and vendor master data to ensure that the cross-docking partner is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant fields for cross-docking are filled out.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for cross-docking in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under Logistics Execution > Cross-Docking.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for cross-docking partners are in place.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Inbound Delivery:
  
  If the inbound delivery was created without the necessary cross-docking partner, you may need to create a new inbound delivery or update the existing one to include the partner.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on cross-docking processes and partner assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cross-Docking Process: Understand the overall cross-docking process in SAP, including how inbound deliveries are processed and how goods are transferred to outbound deliveries.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery) and VL32N (Change Inbound Delivery) to manage inbound deliveries effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to cross-docking issues that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the inbound delivery is processed correctly with the appropriate cross-docking partner assigned.