How To Fix VW668 - Tender status for shipment can only be set using "change" mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Tender status for shipment can only be set using "change" mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW668 - Tender status for shipment can only be set using "change" mode ?

  The SAP error message VW668, which states "Tender status for shipment can only be set using 'change' mode," typically occurs in the context of transportation management within SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to change the tender status of a shipment in a mode that does not allow for such changes, usually when the system is in display mode instead of change mode.
  Cause:
  
  Mode of Operation: The error arises when you attempt to set or change the tender status of a shipment while the system is in display mode. The tender status can only be modified when the shipment is in change mode.
  User Permissions: There may be restrictions on user permissions that prevent changes to the tender status.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts certain operations based on the current status of the shipment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Switch to Change Mode: Ensure that you are in change mode when trying to update the tender status. You can do this by selecting the appropriate option in the SAP GUI to edit the shipment.
  
  Navigate to the shipment document.
  Click on the "Change" button or use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., VT02N for changing shipments).
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Verify that your user role has the necessary permissions to change the tender status. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust your permissions.
  
  
  Review Shipment Status: Ensure that the shipment is in a status that allows for changes. Some statuses may lock certain fields from being edited.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations or restrictions that may apply to your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for changing shipment statuses and understand the implications of different modes in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW668 error and successfully change the tender status of your shipment.