How To Fix VW478 - Shipment weight & fails to meet minimum weight of &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Shipment weight & fails to meet minimum weight of &

What causes this issue?

The system has generated a shipment whose total weight is lower than
the minimum weight.
This means that the shipment document was not created and the delivery
has not been assigned to a shipment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW478 - Shipment weight & fails to meet minimum weight of & ?

  The SAP error message VW478 indicates that the shipment weight does not meet the minimum weight requirement set for the shipment. This error typically occurs during the shipment processing in the SAP system, particularly in the logistics and transportation modules.
  Cause:
  
  Minimum Weight Requirement: The shipment has a defined minimum weight that must be met for processing. If the total weight of the shipment is below this threshold, the error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Weight Calculation: The weight of the items in the shipment may not have been calculated correctly, leading to a total weight that is less than the required minimum.
  Configuration Settings: The minimum weight settings in the configuration for shipping or transportation may be set incorrectly or may not align with the business requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shipment Weight: Verify the total weight of the shipment. Ensure that all items included in the shipment have their weights correctly entered in the system.
  Adjust Minimum Weight Settings: If the minimum weight requirement is too high for the current shipment, consider adjusting the configuration settings in the SAP system to lower the minimum weight requirement, if appropriate.
  Add More Items: If possible, add more items to the shipment to increase the total weight to meet the minimum requirement.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to shipment weights and minimum weight requirements. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (e.g., in SPRO under Logistics Execution).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling shipment weight issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to review and adjust shipment details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect weight calculations or minimum weight checks.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.