How To Fix VW107 - Enter a point of departure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Enter a point of departure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW107 - Enter a point of departure ?

  The SAP error message VW107 "Enter a point of departure" typically occurs in the context of transportation and logistics within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with shipment processing or transportation planning. This error indicates that the system requires a point of departure to be specified for the transportation process, which is essential for determining the route and logistics involved in the shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The point of departure (usually a location or a shipping point) has not been entered in the relevant fields of the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the point of departure for the specific transaction or shipment type.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Point of Departure: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the error occurred (e.g., shipment creation or transportation planning).
  Look for the field labeled "Point of Departure" or similar.
  Enter the appropriate point of departure (this could be a shipping point, location, or other relevant identifier).
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the shipping point or location is correctly maintained in the system.
  Verify that the point of departure is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to transportation management.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for points of departure are correctly defined in the customizing settings (SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with, as there may be additional requirements or steps needed.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation to ensure that users understand how to correctly enter the required information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to logistics, such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW107 error and successfully enter the required point of departure in your SAP transactions.