How To Fix VW878 - Internal number range is not defined for shipment type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 878

• Message text: Internal number range is not defined for shipment type &1

What causes this issue?

An internal number range is necessary for creating a shipment with an
internal number assignment. This number range does not exist, however.

System Response

Processing of this shipment is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter an internal number range for shipment &V1& in Customizing activity
<DS:TRAN.0VTK>Shipment Type</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW878 - Internal number range is not defined for shipment type &1 ?

  The SAP error message VW878, which states "Internal number range is not defined for shipment type &1," typically occurs when the system is unable to generate a shipment number because the internal number range for the specified shipment type has not been configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The internal number range for the shipment type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Shipment Type: The shipment type being used may not be correctly set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the number range configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the internal number range for the shipment type in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics > Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Functions > Shipment > Number Ranges.
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  Select the option to maintain number ranges.
  Check if the shipment type (indicated by &1 in the error message) is listed.
  If it is not listed, you will need to create a new number range for that shipment type.
  If it is listed but not defined, you can define the number range by specifying the range of numbers that can be used.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Shipment Type:
  
  After defining the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the appropriate shipment type.
  This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you defined the number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, try to create a shipment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SNRO (Number Range Objects) to view and manage number ranges.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring number ranges and shipment types.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are transported to the production environment if necessary.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.