How To Fix VW031 - Deliveries were not assigned to shipment &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Deliveries were not assigned to shipment &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW031 - Deliveries were not assigned to shipment & ?

  The SAP error message VW031 ("Deliveries were not assigned to shipment") typically occurs in the context of transportation and logistics when trying to create or process shipments in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system could not find any deliveries that are assigned to the shipment you are trying to work with.
  Causes:
  
  No Deliveries Created: There may be no deliveries created for the shipment you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Shipment Number: The shipment number you are using may not correspond to any existing deliveries.
  Delivery Status: The deliveries may not be in a status that allows them to be assigned to a shipment (e.g., they may be already shipped or canceled).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the assignment of deliveries to shipments.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the delivery or shipment documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Deliveries: Verify that the deliveries you expect to be assigned to the shipment have been created and are in the correct status.
  Correct Shipment Number: Ensure that you are using the correct shipment number and that it corresponds to the deliveries you want to assign.
  Review Delivery Status: Check the status of the deliveries to ensure they are eligible to be assigned to a shipment.
  Recreate Deliveries: If necessary, recreate the deliveries or adjust their statuses to allow for assignment.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the transportation management settings and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the delivery and shipment data to identify and correct any discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipments effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transportation management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage shipments and deliveries.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.