How To Fix VW185 - Plant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Plant & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW185 - Plant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VW185 "Plant & does not exist" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a plant that the system does not recognize. This can happen in various transactions, such as creating or modifying materials, production orders, or other logistics-related activities.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code you are trying to use may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Plant Not Created: The plant may not have been created in the system yet.
  Plant Deactivation: The plant may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the plant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system related to plants.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Plant Code: Double-check the plant code you are entering to ensure it is correct.
  Check Plant Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code OX10 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant) to see if the plant exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  Check Plant Status: If the plant exists, check if it is active. You can do this in the same configuration area.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the plant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult with SAP Basis: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the plant is properly configured in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX10: Define Plant
  MM01: Create Material
  CO01: Create Production Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on plant configuration and management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.