How To Fix VW431 - Shipment &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Shipment &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW431 - Shipment &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message VW431 "Shipment &1 deleted" typically indicates that a shipment document you are trying to access or process has been deleted from the system. This can occur for various reasons, such as user actions, system processes, or data integrity issues.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: A user may have manually deleted the shipment document.
  Data Cleanup: A background job or data archiving process may have removed the shipment.
  Error in Processing: An error during processing might have led to the shipment being marked as deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process certain shipments, leading to confusion about their status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Shipment Status: Verify if the shipment is indeed deleted by checking the shipment number in the system. You can use transaction codes like VT03N (Display Shipment) to see if the shipment exists.
  Review Change Logs: If you have access, check the change logs or audit trails to see who deleted the shipment and why.
  Restore from Archive: If the shipment was archived, you may need to restore it from the archive if your organization has a process for that.
  Recreate Shipment: If the shipment cannot be restored, you may need to recreate it based on the original data.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect a system error or if the deletion was unexpected, consult your IT support or SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment).
  Authorization Checks: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage shipments in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to shipment processing that might address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to shipment processing for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further assistance.