How To Fix VY120 - Shipment &1 is not relevant for shipment costs calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VY - Messages for freight processing

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Shipment &1 is not relevant for shipment costs calculation

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VY120 - Shipment &1 is not relevant for shipment costs calculation ?

  The SAP error message VY120, which states "Shipment &1 is not relevant for shipment costs calculation," typically occurs when there is an issue with the shipment document in relation to the shipment costs calculation process. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Shipment Status: The shipment may be in a status that does not allow for cost calculation. For example, if the shipment is already completed or canceled, it may not be relevant for cost calculation.
  Missing Data: Required data for cost calculation may be missing from the shipment document, such as freight agreements or cost elements.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that determine which shipments are relevant for cost calculation. If these settings are not correctly configured, it can lead to this error.
  Document Type: The shipment document type may not be set up to allow for cost calculation.
  Cost Calculation Settings: The settings for shipment cost calculation in the customizing (SPRO) may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Shipment Status: Verify the status of the shipment. If it is not in a status that allows for cost calculation, you may need to change the status or create a new shipment.
  Review Shipment Data: Ensure that all necessary data is filled in the shipment document. Check for missing freight agreements, cost elements, or other relevant information.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to shipment costs. This can be done through transaction SPRO. Look for settings under:
  
  Logistics Execution
  Shipment
  Shipment Costs
  
  
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the shipment document type to ensure it is configured to allow cost calculations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on shipment cost calculation and any prerequisites that need to be met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect shipment cost calculations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and shipment processing.