How To Fix VW823 - Means of transport created for shipment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 823

• Message text: Means of transport created for shipment

What causes this issue?

A means of transport was automatically created for the 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 VW823 - Means of transport created for shipment ?

  The SAP error message VW823, which states "Means of transport created for shipment," typically occurs in the context of logistics and transportation management within the SAP system. This message indicates that a means of transport (such as a truck, ship, or airplane) has been created for a shipment, but there may be issues related to the configuration or processing of that transport.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The means of transport may not have all the required data filled in, leading to issues when trying to process the shipment.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the transportation management module that prevent the system from processing the transport correctly.
  Status Issues: The shipment or means of transport may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it may be locked or in a completed state).
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the means of transport (like vehicle or vessel details) may be