How To Fix VW142 - Route determination terminated by user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Route determination terminated by user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW142 - Route determination terminated by user ?

  The SAP error message VW142, which states "Route determination terminated by user," typically occurs during the process of determining a route for a delivery or shipment in the SAP system. This error indicates that the route determination process was manually interrupted or canceled by the user.
  Causes:
  
  User Intervention: The most common cause is that the user manually canceled the route determination process, either by pressing the cancel button or by navigating away from the screen.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of route determination in the system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the route determination procedure.
  Data Issues: Incomplete or incorrect master data (like customer master, material master, or shipping point) can lead to problems in route determination.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the route determination, leading to an interruption.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Actions: Ensure that the user did not inadvertently cancel the process. If this was unintentional, the user can try to re-initiate the route determination.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for route determination in the SAP system. Ensure that the route determination procedure is correctly set up and that all necessary data is maintained.
  
  Transaction codes like OVV1 (for route determination) and OVV2 (for route determination procedures) can be used to review and adjust settings.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking the customer master, material master, and shipping point data.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the route determination. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the route determination was terminated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) for managing shipments and deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to route determination. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address your issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on route determination processes and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and transportation management within SAP.