How To Fix VW821 - Maximum volume used by means of transport exceeded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 821

• Message text: Maximum volume used by means of transport exceeded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW821 - Maximum volume used by means of transport exceeded ?

  The SAP error message VW821 "Maximum volume used by means of transport exceeded" typically occurs in the context of transportation management within SAP, particularly when dealing with shipments and logistics. This error indicates that the total volume of the goods being transported exceeds the maximum volume capacity defined for the means of transport (e.g., truck, container, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Volume Exceeded: The total volume of the items in the shipment exceeds the defined capacity of the transport vehicle.
  Incorrect Configuration: The means of transport may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies in volume calculations.
  Item Volume Misconfiguration: The volume of individual items may not be correctly defined in the material master data, leading to incorrect total volume calculations.
  Transport Unit Limitations: The transport unit (e.g., truck, container) may have specific limitations that are not being adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Capacity: Review the maximum volume capacity defined for the means of transport in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings for transportation management.
  Adjust Shipment Volume: If possible, reduce the volume of the items being shipped. This may involve splitting the shipment into multiple transport units or reducing the quantity of items.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the volume of each item in the material master is correctly defined. You can check this in the material master record under the "Basic Data" or "Sales" views.
  Reconfigure Transport Means: If the transport means is incorrectly configured, update the configuration to reflect the correct maximum volume capacity.
  Consult with Logistics Team: Work with the logistics or transportation team to ensure that the planned shipment aligns with the available transport capacity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VT01N (Create Shipment) or VT02N (Change Shipment) to manage shipments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to transportation management and volume calculations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring transportation management and understanding volume calculations.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the VW821 error and ensure that your shipments are processed correctly within SAP.