How To Fix VW138 - Route & refers to points that do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Route & refers to points that do not exist

What causes this issue?

You tried to copy a route into the shipment which has an inconsistent
definition (i.e. it refers to transportation connection points that
do not exist).
This occurs when you manually enter an invalid route in the shipment
header or when you set the "Planned" status and thus delivery data
(the route, among others) is copied into the shipment.
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System Response

The system does not copy the route. It also ignores further entries
because they may be based on the route (e.g. the "Planned " status
is not set).

How to fix this error?

Enter a different route (in the shipment header or in the delivery)
or complete your route definition.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW138 - Route & refers to points that do not exist ?

  The SAP error message VW138 ("Route & refers to points that do not exist") typically occurs in the context of transportation and logistics within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with route determination and planning. This error indicates that the route you are trying to use in your logistics processes (such as shipping or transportation planning) references points (like locations or stops) that are not defined or do not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The points (e.g., shipping points, locations, or stops) referenced in the route may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Route Configuration: The route itself may be incorrectly configured, pointing to non-existent or inactive locations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect or outdated entries for locations or routes.
  Transport Planning Settings: The settings in the transport planning module may not be correctly set up, leading to references to invalid points.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that all points referenced in the route exist in the system. This includes checking the master data for shipping points, locations, and any other relevant entities.
  Ensure that the points are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Route Configuration:
  
  Go to the route configuration in the SAP system and check the details of the route that is causing the error.
  Make sure that all the points in the route are valid and correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct Data:
  
  If you find any missing or incorrect entries, update the master data accordingly.
  If necessary, create new entries for any missing points.
  
  
  
  Transport Planning Settings:
  
  Review the transport planning settings to ensure they are correctly set up to reference the appropriate points and routes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the route again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OVV1 (for route determination) or OVV2 (for route maintenance) to access and modify route settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing routes and transportation planning.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 VW138 error and ensure that your routes are correctly configured in the SAP system.