How To Fix VW471 - Maintain shipment number below only if 'archiving w/o check'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Maintain shipment number below only if 'archiving w/o check'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW471 - Maintain shipment number below only if 'archiving w/o check' ?

  The SAP error message VW471, which states "Maintain shipment number below only if 'archiving w/o check'," typically occurs in the context of shipment processing in the SAP system. This error is related to the archiving process of shipment documents and indicates that there is a restriction on maintaining shipment numbers unless a specific archiving setting is enabled.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to maintain or modify a shipment number in the system, but the system is configured to prevent such actions unless the archiving process is set to "archiving without check." This is a safeguard to ensure data integrity and prevent inconsistencies in shipment records.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Settings: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA to access the archiving administration.
  Check the settings for the archiving object related to shipments (usually SHP for shipment documents).
  Ensure that the archiving process is set to "archiving without check" if you need to maintain shipment numbers.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Actions:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the archiving settings, contact your SAP Basis or system administrator to assist with the configuration.
  If the archiving settings cannot be changed, consider whether you need to maintain the shipment number or if there are alternative ways to achieve your goal without modifying the shipment number.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific archiving object and its settings.
  Review any related notes or updates from SAP that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the shipment number can be maintained as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archiving Administration) and VT01N (Create Shipment) to navigate the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform actions related to shipment processing and archiving.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.