How To Fix WP737 - Transaction type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 737

• Message text: Transaction type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP737 - Transaction type & does not exist ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WP737: Transaction type & does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to process or reference a transaction type that is not defined or maintained in the system. The placeholder "&" in the message will be replaced by the actual transaction type code that the system cannot find.
  Transaction types in SAP are used in various modules (e.g., Logistics Execution, Sales and Distribution, Warehouse Management) to define specific business processes or document types. If the transaction type is missing or incorrectly configured, the system throws this error.
  Common scenarios causing this error:  
  
  The transaction type used in a process (e.g., delivery, goods movement, warehouse task) is not created or maintained in the customizing.  
  A typo or incorrect transaction type code is entered in a configuration or master data.  
  Missing or incomplete transport of customizing settings between systems (e.g., from development to production).  
  Custom developments or user exits referencing a non-existent transaction type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction Type:
  
  Check the exact transaction type code causing the error (it will replace the "&" in the message).
  
  
  Verify Configuration:  
  
  Go to the relevant customizing path depending on the module:
  
  For Warehouse Management (WM):
  
  SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Activities ? Goods Movement ? Define Transaction Types  
  For Logistics Execution (LE) or Shipping:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Shipping ? Basic Shipping Functions ? Define Transaction Types  
  For Inventory Management (IM):
  
  SPRO ? Materials Management ? Inventory Management and Physical Inventory ? Movement Types (sometimes transaction types are linked here)  
  
  
  Check if the transaction type exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain or Create the Transaction Type:
  
  If missing, create the transaction type with the required settings. If it exists, verify that it is active and correctly assigned.
  
  
  Check Master Data and User Inputs:
  
  Ensure that any user input or master data referencing the transaction type uses the correct code.
  
  
  Transport Settings:
  
  If the transaction type exists in development but not in production, ensure the customizing transport is imported correctly.
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs during a custom program or user exit, debug to check where the transaction type is fetched and why it is missing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types are key in controlling document flow and business processes in SAP logistics modules.  
  Incorrect or missing transaction types can block processes like goods movements, deliveries, or warehouse tasks.  
  Always maintain transaction types carefully and transport them properly across systems.  
  Refer to SAP Notes or module-specific documentation for detailed configuration steps.  
  Example SAP Note related to transaction types: Check SAP OSS Notes for your specific module and error message.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WP737 indicates that the system cannot find the specified transaction type. To resolve it, verify and maintain the transaction type in the relevant customizing path, ensure correct usage in master data or processes, and confirm proper transport of settings across systems.