How To Fix VW056 - Shipments with provisional numbers & to & created


VW056 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

  • Message number: 056

  • Message text: Shipments with provisional numbers & to & created

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW056 - Shipments with provisional numbers & to & created ?
    The SAP error message VW056 indicates that there are shipments with provisional numbers that have been created. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and transportation management within SAP, particularly when dealing with shipments that have not yet been fully processed or finalized.
    
    Cause: Provisional Shipment Numbers: The error arises when there are shipments that have been assigned provisional numbers. This can happen if the shipment is still in a draft state or if there are issues with the shipment processing. Incomplete Data: The shipment may lack necessary data or documentation that is required for it to be finalized. System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business processes, leading to provisional numbers being assigned.
    Solution: Review Shipments: Check the shipments that are causing the error. You can do this by navigating to the shipment management transaction (e.g., transaction code VT03N) and reviewing the details of

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