How To Fix WB2B533 - Shipping type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 533

• Message text: Shipping type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B533 - Shipping type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message WB2B533 indicates that a specific shipping type (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes, particularly when trying to create or process a delivery or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The shipping type has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a lack of configuration in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Shipping Type: The shipping type being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or document you are working with.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the system is part of a transport layer, the shipping type may not have been transported correctly from the development or quality environment to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Shipping Type:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Shipping Types.
  Check if the shipping type in question is listed. If not, you will need to create it.
  Ensure that all necessary details are filled in, including the description and any relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that the shipping type you are using in your transaction is correct. Check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the shipping type was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported correctly to the environment you are working in.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides that pertain to your specific SAP implementation to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify shipping types in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VL01N for creating deliveries, or VL02N for changing deliveries to see where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to shipping types and logistics execution.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B533 error and ensure that the shipping type is properly defined in your SAP system.