How To Fix VL391 - Loading point & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 391

• Message text: Loading point & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The <GL:loading_point>loading point</> &V1& is not allowed in
conjunction with this shipping point.
INCLUDE 'NA_NO_PROCESSING_2' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'NA_CHECK_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &FELDNAME& = '<LS>loading point</>'
INCLUDE 'NA_POSSIBLE_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &ANLEGEOBJEKT& = 'loading points'
INCLUDE 'NA_CREATE_CHANGE' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL391 - Loading point & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message VL391 ("Loading point & is not defined") typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes, particularly when dealing with outbound deliveries. This error indicates that the system cannot find a defined loading point for the specified shipping point or delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The loading point has not been defined in the system for the specified shipping point.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the shipping point or loading point may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Transport Management Settings: The transport management settings may not be properly configured to include the loading point.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an incorrect loading point in the delivery or shipping document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Loading Point:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Loading > Define Loading Points.
  Ensure that the loading point is defined for the relevant shipping point.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for the shipping point and loading point.
  Ensure that the loading point is correctly assigned to the shipping point in the relevant master data records.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Management Settings:
  
  Check the transport management settings to ensure that the loading point is included in the transport routes and settings.
  
  
  
  Correct User Input:
  
  If the error is due to user input, verify the delivery or shipping document for any incorrect entries and correct them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on loading points and shipping configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  VL01N (to create outbound deliveries)
  VL02N (to change outbound deliveries)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to loading points and shipping configurations.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify shipping and loading point configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VL391 error and ensure that the loading point is properly defined in your SAP system.