How To Fix VW199 - Stage & (key & &), &: Invalid location definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Stage & (key & &), &: Invalid location definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW199 - Stage & (key & &), &: Invalid location definition ?

  The SAP error message VW199 "Stage & (key & &), &: Invalid location definition" typically occurs in the context of logistics and transportation management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the location definition for a specific stage in a transportation process, such as a shipment or delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Location Data: The location (e.g., plant, storage location, or shipping point) defined in the system may not exist or may not be correctly configured.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data for the location may be incomplete or missing. This could include data related to the plant, storage location, or transportation lanes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the location from being recognized or used correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries or mismatches between different data sets.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Location Definition: Verify that the location defined in the system exists and is correctly set up. This includes checking the master data for the relevant plant, storage location, or shipping point.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking the configuration of the location in the relevant modules (e.g., Logistics Execution, Warehouse Management).
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings related to transportation and logistics to ensure that they are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies or issues with the data that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definitions or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the data in relevant tables.
  Master Data Tables: Familiarize yourself with relevant tables such as MARA (General Material Data), T001 (Company Codes), and others that may relate to the location definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VW199 error in your SAP system.