How To Fix /VSO/M_MSG013 - Shipment type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /VSO/M_MSG -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Shipment type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /VSO/M_MSG013 - Shipment type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /VSO/M_MSG013 Shipment type &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a shipment type that has been specified in a transaction or configuration. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation or processing of shipments in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Shipment Type: The shipment type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the shipment type has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The shipment type may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the shipment type.
  Transport Issues: If the shipment type was recently created or modified in a development environment, it may not have been transported to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shipment Type: Verify that the shipment type specified in the transaction is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Check: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area for shipment types. Ensure that the shipment type exists and is properly configured.
  
  Path: SPRO > Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Shipment > Define Shipment Types
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the shipment type. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Transport Check: If the shipment type was recently created or modified, ensure that it has been transported to the relevant environment (e.g., from development to production).
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the shipment types available in your system, consult the SAP documentation or your internal documentation for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE16 for table browsing to check the relevant tables.
  Tables: The shipment types are usually stored in specific tables. You can check tables like V_TVSH (Shipment Types) to see the existing shipment types in your system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to shipment types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.