How To Fix VY078 - Purch. data for TrnsptnPlnPt &1 and shipment cost type &2 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VY - Messages for freight processing

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Purch. data for TrnsptnPlnPt &1 and shipment cost type &2 not maintained

What causes this issue?

The system tries to create an item that is relevant for settlement for
which no purchasing data have been maintained.

System Response

The item is not created.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VY078 - Purch. data for TrnsptnPlnPt &1 and shipment cost type &2 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message VY078 indicates that there is missing purchasing data for a specific transportation planning point and shipment cost type. This error typically arises in the context of logistics and transportation management within SAP, particularly when trying to process shipments or transportation planning.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system cannot find the necessary purchasing data for the specified transportation planning point and shipment cost type. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transportation planning point or shipment cost type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typos or incorrect entries in the master data related to transportation planning points or shipment cost types.
  Incomplete Master Data: The relevant master data (like vendor, material, or purchasing info records) may not be fully maintained.
  Transport Planning Point Not Assigned: The transport planning point may not be assigned to the relevant purchasing organization or plant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VY078 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation planning points and shipment cost types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the necessary entries exist for the transportation planning point and shipment cost type in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Verify that the purchasing info records, vendor master data, and material master data are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the relevant transportation planning point is assigned to the correct purchasing organization and plant.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like OVT0 (for shipment cost types) and OVT1 (for transportation planning points) to check and maintain the necessary configurations.
  Use ME11 or ME12 to maintain purchasing info records.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the entries for any typographical errors that may have led to the system not finding the required data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to maintain transportation planning points and shipment cost types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and maintain the relevant data.
  Transport Management: Familiarize yourself with the overall transport management process in SAP, as this error is often part of a larger workflow.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and transportation management.