How To Fix VL113 - Enter a shipping point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Enter a shipping point

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL113 - Enter a shipping point ?

  The SAP error message VL113 "Enter a shipping point" typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a delivery document in the SAP system, and the system requires a shipping point to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shipping Point: The most common cause of this error is that the shipping point field is left blank when creating a delivery or during the sales order processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of shipping points in the system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the logistics configuration.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or customer master data may not have the necessary shipping point information set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Shipping Point: When you encounter this error, check the relevant screen where the error occurred and enter a valid shipping point. This can usually be done in the delivery document or sales order screen.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the customer master and material master records have the appropriate shipping point assigned. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the customer master (transaction code XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data) and checking the shipping conditions.
  Checking the material master (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the shipping point is defined in the relevant views.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the shipping point is not available or you are unsure about the correct shipping point to use, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that shipping points are correctly set up in the system. This includes:
  
  Checking the configuration in SPRO under Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Points.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to enter the shipping point directly if you are in the delivery process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Shipping Point Definition: A shipping point is a location from which goods are shipped. It is essential for the logistics process in SAP, as it determines how and where goods are dispatched.
  Logistics Execution: Understanding the logistics execution process in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to shipping points and deliveries.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter or modify shipping points in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.