How To Fix VW642 - The combination entered for & is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 642

• Message text: The combination entered for & is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The combination of values for &V1& is not permitted.

System Response

The system discontinues processing.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry and perform the activity again.

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

The following entries are permitted for the point of departure:
either shipping point
or country of departure and departure zone
The following entries are permitted for the point of destination:
either customer number
or destination country and receiving zone.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW642 - The combination entered for & is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message VW642 ("The combination entered for & is not permitted") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is an issue with the data entered in a transaction. This error indicates that the combination of fields or values you are trying to use is not valid according to the configuration or business rules set in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Combination: The combination of values entered in the transaction (e.g., sales organization, distribution channel, plant, material, etc.) does not exist in the system or is not allowed.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like customer master, material master, or pricing conditions) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the combination of the selected values. This could be due to settings in the sales area, pricing, or other related areas.
  Status of Master Data: The status of the master data (e.g., blocked, inactive) may prevent the combination from being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Entry: Verify that the data entered in the transaction is correct. Ensure that all required fields are filled in and that the values are valid.
  Review Master Data: Check the relevant master data (customer, material, etc.) to ensure that it is correctly set up and active. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to the combination of values you are trying to use. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow the combination.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like VK11 (Maintain Pricing Conditions) or VD03 (Display Customer) to check the relevant data.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or messages for more details on what specific combination is causing the issue. This can provide clues on what needs to be corrected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to sales and distribution or materials management for guidelines on valid combinations and configuration settings.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.