How To Fix VL588 - Shipping point &1 cannot be used in the sales area entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 588

• Message text: Shipping point &1 cannot be used in the sales area entered

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.3526C7FEAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>shipping point</> &V1&
does not match the <DS:GLOS.3526C801AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>sales area
</> from which the outbound delivery should be made, because not one of
the <DS:GLOS.3526BF3BAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>plants</> to which the
shipping point is assigned is permitted in the given sales area.

System Response

The system does not permit creation of the delivery, because no delivery
itens can be created due to the missing assignments.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries for the shipping point and sales area (sales
organization, distribution channel, division).

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing settings for the Enterprise Structure:
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUSAPCOVX6>Assign Sales Organization - Distribution
Channel - Plant</>
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUSAPCOVXC>Assign Shipping Point To Plant</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL588 - Shipping point &1 cannot be used in the sales area entered ?

  The SAP error message VL588 indicates that the shipping point specified in the sales document cannot be used in the sales area that has been entered. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes when there is a mismatch between the shipping point and the sales area configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The shipping point may not be assigned to the sales area in the system configuration. Each shipping point is linked to specific sales areas, and if the shipping point is not configured for the sales area in question, this error will occur.
  Sales Area Definition: The sales area is defined by the combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division. If the shipping point is not associated with this specific combination, the error will be triggered.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as the customer master or material master, which could lead to the shipping point not being recognized for the sales area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shipping Point Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Shipping Point and Goods Receiving > Define Shipping Points.
  Verify that the shipping point is correctly assigned to the relevant sales area.
  
  
  
  Assign Shipping Point to Sales Area:
  
  If the shipping point is not assigned, you will need to assign it to the appropriate sales area. This can be done in the same configuration path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (Transaction code: VD03) and ensure that the shipping point is valid for the customer and the sales area.
  Check the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the shipping point is valid for the material being sold.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the configuration of shipping points and sales areas.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales document again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  VD03 (Display Customer)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Sales and Distribution module.