How To Fix VW092 - Shipping type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Shipping type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW092 - Shipping type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VW092 indicates that the shipping type specified in your transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes, particularly when dealing with sales orders, deliveries, or shipment processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Shipping Type: The shipping type entered in the transaction may be misspelled or not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The shipping type may not have been configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Master Data Issues: The shipping type may not be assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., customer master, material master).
  Transport Layer Issues: If you are working in a system that has been recently upgraded or migrated, there may be issues with the transport layer that affect the availability of certain shipping types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shipping Type: Verify that the shipping type you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Configuration: If the shipping type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the SAP configuration settings:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to:
  
  Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Types.
  
  
  Here, you can create or modify shipping types as needed.
  
  
  Assign Shipping Type: Ensure that the shipping type is assigned to the relevant master data, such as customer or material records.
  Check Transport Layer: If the issue arose after a system upgrade or migration, check the transport layer settings and ensure that all necessary configurations have been transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations related to your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OVL2 (for defining shipping types) or V/08 (for maintaining shipping conditions) to access relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to shipping types and error VW092.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify shipping types in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and shipping processes.