How To Fix VW116 - Leg determination is not defined for shipment document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Leg determination is not defined for shipment document type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW116 - Leg determination is not defined for shipment document type & ?

  The SAP error message VW116, which states "Leg determination is not defined for shipment document type &," typically occurs in the context of transportation management within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the transportation legs for a shipment because the necessary configuration for the specific shipment document type is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the leg determination settings for the specific shipment document type have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The shipment document type being used may not be correctly set up in the system.
  Transport Planning Settings: There may be issues with the transport planning settings that affect leg determination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VW116 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Shipment Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Leg Determination > Define Leg Determination.
  Ensure that the shipment document type in question is defined and that the leg determination settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Leg Determination:
  
  If the shipment document type is not defined, you will need to create a new entry for it.
  Specify the necessary parameters such as the transportation mode, route, and any other relevant details.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Planning Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transport planning settings are correctly configured for the relevant transportation modes and routes.
  Verify that the necessary master data (like routes, transportation lanes, etc.) is available and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the shipment creation process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to transportation management, such as VT01N (Create Shipment) and VT02N (Change Shipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW116 error and ensure that leg determination is properly configured for your shipment document type.