How To Fix VT378 - Automatic calculation only possible with a calculation variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 378

• Message text: Automatic calculation only possible with a calculation variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT378 - Automatic calculation only possible with a calculation variant ?

  The SAP error message VT378, which states "Automatic calculation only possible with a calculation variant," typically occurs in the context of transportation management or logistics when the system is unable to perform an automatic calculation for transportation planning or freight determination due to the absence of a defined calculation variant.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Calculation Variant: The system requires a calculation variant to perform automatic calculations, and none has been defined or selected in the relevant configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transportation planning or freight calculation may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing any valid calculation variants.
  Transaction Context: The transaction or process you are trying to execute may not have the necessary parameters or data to reference a calculation variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VT378 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define a Calculation Variant:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section for transportation management or freight calculation.
  Define a new calculation variant if one does not exist, or ensure that an existing one is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Calculation Variant:
  
  Ensure that the calculation variant is assigned to the relevant transportation planning or freight calculation process.
  Check the settings in the transaction you are using to ensure that the calculation variant is selected.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for transportation management or freight calculation to ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Make sure that the calculation variant is active and applicable to the current transaction.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to perform the same action that previously resulted in the error.
  Monitor for any additional error messages or issues that may arise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Transport Order), VT02N (Change Transport Order), and VT03N (Display Transport Order) to understand where the error may occur.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on transportation management and freight calculation variants.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify calculation variants and related settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.