How To Fix VL185 - Shipping point & is not defined for the delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Shipping point & is not defined for the delivery

What causes this issue?

The shipping point for the delivery does not exist.

System Response

Further processing is not possible.

How to fix this error?

There is a database inconsistency. Contact the system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL185 - Shipping point & is not defined for the delivery ?

  The SAP error message VL185, which states "Shipping point & is not defined for the delivery," typically occurs when there is an issue with the shipping point configuration in the system. This error can prevent the processing of deliveries in the logistics module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shipping Point Configuration: The shipping point specified in the delivery document is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Shipping Point Assignment: The shipping point may not be correctly assigned to the plant or the shipping conditions.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the shipping point, plant, or delivery.
  Delivery Document Issues: The delivery document may have been created with incorrect or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shipping Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Points.
  Ensure that the shipping point in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant and Shipping Point Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the shipping point to the relevant plant.
  Use transaction code OVL2 to verify the assignment of shipping points to plants.
  
  
  
  Review Delivery Document:
  
  Open the delivery document in question and check the shipping point field.
  Ensure that the shipping point is correctly populated and corresponds to a valid entry in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for the material, customer, and vendor to ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained.
  Check the material master (transaction code MM03) and customer master (transaction code VD03) for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Technical Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any underlying system issues or data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OVL2: Shipping Point Assignment
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on shipping point configuration and logistics execution processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to shipping points and deliveries.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the VL185 error in SAP.