How To Fix VY305 - No shipment costs exist for shipment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VY - Messages for freight processing

• Message number: 305

• Message text: No shipment costs exist for shipment &1

What causes this issue?

Copying control for billing requires that shipment costs are copied
from the shipments belonging to this delivery.
Shipment costs have not yet been created for a shipment belonging to
this delivery, even though it is relevant for shipment cost calculation

System Response

Billing is not completed.

How to fix this error?

Check the shipments belonging to the delivery
create shipment costs for the shipments
Set the shipment as 'not relevant' for shipment cost calculation, if
necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VY305 - No shipment costs exist for shipment &1 ?

  The SAP error message VY305 ("No shipment costs exist for shipment &1") typically occurs when you are trying to process a shipment in the SAP system, but the system cannot find any associated shipment costs for the specified shipment number. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of an invoice or when trying to settle a shipment.
  Causes:
  
  No Shipment Costs Created: The most common reason for this error is that shipment costs have not been created or calculated for the specified shipment.
  Incorrect Shipment Number: The shipment number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Cost Calculation Issues: There may be issues with the cost calculation process, such as missing configuration or data.
  Incomplete Shipment Processing: The shipment may not have been fully processed or completed, leading to missing cost information.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the shipment or the associated cost documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Shipment Costs: Verify if shipment costs have been created for the shipment in question. You can do this by navigating to the shipment document and checking the cost details.
  Create Shipment Costs: If no costs exist, you may need to create them manually or ensure that the automatic cost calculation process is triggered.
  Verify Shipment Number: Double-check the shipment number you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to shipment costs in the SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Complete Shipment Processing: Ensure that all necessary steps in the shipment processing have been completed, including any required approvals or postings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling shipment costs and related transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), or VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipments.
  Cost Calculation: Familiarize yourself with the cost calculation process in SAP, which may involve various master data and configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to shipment costs and error VY305.
  
  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 shipment processing.