How To Fix VW250 - Variant valid for outbound shipments (but shipment type is inbound)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Variant valid for outbound shipments (but shipment type is inbound)

What causes this issue?

The selection variant that you specified applies to outbound shipments.
However, the shipment type is 'inbound shipment'. This causes errors in
the online transaction (e.g. 'Create shipment' or 'Change shipment')
since the system tries to find deliveries and not inbound deliveries.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose (or create) a variant that applies to inbound shipments.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW250 - Variant valid for outbound shipments (but shipment type is inbound) ?

  The SAP error message VW250 indicates that there is a mismatch between the shipment type and the variant that is being used for outbound shipments. Specifically, this error occurs when a variant that is valid for outbound shipments is being applied to an inbound shipment.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Shipment Type: The shipment type being processed is set to inbound, but the variant selected is configured for outbound shipments.
  Configuration Issues: The variant may not be properly configured in the system to handle the specific shipment type being used.
  User Error: The user may have inadvertently selected the wrong variant or shipment type during the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VW250 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Shipment Type: Verify that the shipment type you are working with is indeed set to inbound. If you intended to create an outbound shipment, ensure that you are using the correct shipment type.
  
  
  Select the Correct Variant: If you are processing an inbound shipment, make sure to select a variant that is valid for inbound shipments. You may need to create or modify a variant to ensure it is applicable for the shipment type you are working with.
  
  
  Review Variant Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the variant in transaction codes like OVL2 (for shipment types) and OVL3 (for variants). Ensure that the variant is correctly set up for the intended shipment type.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or user manuals that pertain to shipment processing and variants to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Contact 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.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) to navigate shipment processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to shipment processing and variants.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify shipments and variants in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW250 error and continue with your shipment processing in SAP.