How To Fix VW362 - No combination criteria available; all deliveries assigned to a shipment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 362

• Message text: No combination criteria available; all deliveries assigned to a shipment

You did not specify any combination criteria. Therefore, the system
temporarily assigns all deliveries to a shipment.
However, it is possible that this assignment will be changed due to
reasons of capacity. In this case the shipment would have to be
divided.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW362 - No combination criteria available; all deliveries assigned to a shipment ?

  The SAP error message VW362 ("No combination criteria available; all deliveries assigned to a shipment") typically occurs in the context of shipment processing in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find any valid combination criteria for the deliveries that are already assigned to a shipment. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  All Deliveries Assigned: The error usually arises when all deliveries that could potentially be combined into a shipment have already been assigned to a shipment. This means there are no remaining deliveries that meet the criteria for combination.
  
  
  Combination Criteria: The system uses specific criteria (like delivery dates, shipping points, etc.) to determine which deliveries can be combined into a shipment. If all eligible deliveries are already assigned, the system cannot find any new combinations.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the shipment processing that restrict the combination of deliveries based on certain criteria.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Assigned Deliveries: Review the deliveries that are currently assigned to the shipment. Ensure that there are indeed deliveries that can still be combined. If all are assigned, you may need to create a new shipment for additional deliveries.
  
  
  Review Combination Criteria: Check the combination criteria settings in the shipment configuration. Ensure that the criteria are set correctly to allow for the combination of deliveries. This can be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Shipment > Define Combination Criteria.
  
  
  Create New Shipment: If all deliveries are assigned and you need to process additional deliveries, consider creating a new shipment for those deliveries.
  
  
  Check Delivery Status: Ensure that the deliveries you are trying to combine are in a status that allows them to be included in a shipment. For example, deliveries that are already shipped or have been canceled may not be eligible.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on shipment processing and combination criteria.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipments effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect shipment processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW362 error and continue with your shipment processing in SAP.