How To Fix VL389 - Shipping condition & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Shipping condition & is not defined

What causes this issue?

This shipping condition &V1& is not allowed.
INCLUDE 'NA_NO_PROCESSING_1' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'NA_CHECK_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &FELDNAME& = '<LS>shipping condition</>'
INCLUDE 'NA_POSSIBLE_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &ANLEGEOBJEKT& = 'shipping conditions'
INCLUDE 'NA_CREATE_CHANGE' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL389 - Shipping condition & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message VL389, which states "Shipping condition & is not defined," typically occurs during the processing of sales orders or deliveries when the system encounters a shipping condition that has not been configured in the system. This error can prevent the completion of shipping-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The shipping condition specified in the sales order or delivery is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The shipping condition may have been incorrectly entered in the sales order or delivery document.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master or material master may not have the correct shipping condition assigned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VL389 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Shipping Condition Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Conditions.
  Ensure that the shipping condition in question is defined. If it is not, you will need to create a new entry.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Order/Delivery Data:
  
  Check the sales order or delivery document for the shipping condition field. Ensure that the value entered is correct and corresponds to a valid shipping condition in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (Transaction code: VD03 for display) to see if the shipping condition is correctly assigned.
  Similarly, check the material master data (Transaction code: MM03 for display) to ensure that the shipping condition is appropriate for the material being shipped.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct shipping conditions or how to configure them, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in logistics and shipping processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to troubleshoot the issue effectively.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to shipping conditions and logistics execution for more detailed guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented that affects shipping conditions. Check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be influencing the shipping condition logic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the VL389 error in SAP.