How To Fix VII018 - No current shipping unit defined for segment & (number &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VII - Application Output Shipment Output Inbox

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No current shipping unit defined for segment & (number &)

What causes this issue?

You attempted to define a packing hierarchy for a shipping unit that
does not exist. The error occurred in segment &V1& (segment number
&V2&). There may be a hierarchical problem in the IDoc.

System Response

The segment is not processed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VII018 - No current shipping unit defined for segment & (number &) ?

  The SAP error message VII018 "No current shipping unit defined for segment & (number &)" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) or Logistics Execution (LE) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a shipping unit associated with the specified segment in the transportation process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shipping Unit: The shipping unit (like a container or pallet) has not been defined or created for the specified segment in the transportation order or shipment.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the shipping unit settings or the transportation management setup.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Process Flow Issues: The process flow may not have been followed correctly, leading to a situation where the shipping unit is not assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shipping Unit Definition: Ensure that a shipping unit is defined for the segment in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the shipping unit assignments.
  Create Shipping Unit: If no shipping unit exists, create one for the segment. This can typically be done in the shipping or transportation management module.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for shipping units in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking the transportation order, shipment, and related master data.
  Process Flow Verification: Review the process flow to ensure that all necessary steps have been completed before reaching the point where the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), or VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipping units.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on shipping units and transportation management processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the shipping units are correctly defined and associated with the relevant segments in your SAP system.