How To Fix /SPE/DIRDLV021 - No time zone could be determined for shipping point &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/DIRDLV -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No time zone could be determined for shipping point &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/DIRDLV021 - No time zone could be determined for shipping point &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/DIRDLV021 No time zone could be determined for shipping point &1 typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the time zone associated with a specific shipping point, which is necessary for processing delivery times and scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Zone Configuration: The shipping point may not have a time zone assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the shipping point may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  Geographical Data Issues: The geographical data related to the shipping point may not be properly set up, leading to the inability to determine the time zone.
  Customizing Settings: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to logistics or shipping points.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shipping Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Points.
  Ensure that the shipping point in question has a valid time zone assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the shipping point using transaction code OVL2 (Shipping Point).
  Ensure that all required fields, including the time zone, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Geographical Data:
  
  Verify that the geographical data for the shipping point is correctly maintained. This can include checking the address details and ensuring that the country and region are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:
  
  Review any customizing settings that may affect the shipping point configuration. Ensure that all relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they have been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring shipping points and time zones.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, OVL2, and others related to logistics and shipping.
  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 configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as there may be underlying system issues or bugs that need to be addressed.