How To Fix VL701 - No shipping papers are waiting to be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: No shipping papers are waiting to be processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL701 - No shipping papers are waiting to be processed ?

  The SAP error message VL701 ("No shipping papers are waiting to be processed") typically occurs in the context of the shipping and logistics module when you attempt to process shipping documents, but the system cannot find any relevant shipping papers to work with. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  No Delivery Created: There may not be any delivery documents created for the sales order or shipment you are trying to process.
  Delivery Not Released: The delivery might not have been released for shipping. It needs to be in a status that allows processing.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to find shipping papers may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no results.
  Document Status: The shipping papers may already have been processed or canceled, making them unavailable for further processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the shipping papers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delivery Creation: Ensure that a delivery document has been created for the relevant sales order. You can check this in transaction code VL03N (Display Delivery).
  Release Delivery: If the delivery exists but is not released, you can release it using transaction code VL02N (Change Delivery) and ensure it is in the correct status.
  Review Selection Criteria: When processing shipping papers, review the selection criteria to ensure they are set correctly. Adjust the filters to broaden the search if necessary.
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the shipping papers to ensure they are still valid and have not been processed or canceled.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process shipping papers. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Delivery), VL02N (Change Delivery), and VL03N (Display Delivery) for managing deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to shipping and logistics for further understanding of the processes involved.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL701 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.