How To Fix VY211 - No shipment cost documents created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VY - Messages for freight processing

• Message number: 211

• Message text: No shipment cost documents created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VY211 - No shipment cost documents created ?

  The SAP error message VY211 ("No shipment cost documents created") typically occurs in the context of logistics and transportation management when the system is unable to generate shipment cost documents for a particular shipment. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of VY211 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Shipment Data: The shipment may not have all the necessary data filled in, such as shipment details, delivery information, or cost-related information.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for shipment costs in the system may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the shipment cost document configuration or the pricing procedure.
  
  
  No Cost Calculation: If the system does not find any applicable cost calculation for the shipment, it will not create a shipment cost document. This can happen if there are no valid condition records for the shipment.
  
  
  Document Status: The shipment may be in a status that does not allow for cost document creation, such as being incomplete or not yet released.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or view shipment cost documents.
  
  
  Solutions to VY211 Error
  
  
  Check Shipment Data: Review the shipment details to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Make sure that the shipment is complete and has all necessary information.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for shipment costs in the SAP system. Check the pricing procedure and ensure that the necessary condition records are maintained.
  
  
  Cost Calculation: Ensure that there are valid condition records for the shipment. You can check the condition records in the pricing procedure to see if they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Document Status: Check the status of the shipment document. If it is incomplete or not released, take the necessary steps to complete or release it.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create shipment cost documents. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Log Analysis: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VT01N: Create Shipment
  VT02N: Change Shipment
  VT03N: Display Shipment
  V/06: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to shipment cost documents and the specific error message VY211 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on shipment cost calculation and configuration to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VY211 error and implement the appropriate solution to resolve it.