📦 1. Incorrect Box Weight or Dimensions
One of the most common FBA shipment issues is entering:
incorrect box weight
wrong dimensions
or estimated measurements
This can cause:
shipping fee adjustments
shipment delays
UPS label mismatches
or Amazon shipment errors
✅ Always weigh and measure each box accurately before submitting the shipment.
🏷️ 2. Incorrect or Missing FNSKU Labels
Amazon requires every unit to have the correct barcode label.
Problems occur when:
labels are missing
labels cover other barcodes incorrectly
wrong labels are attached to products
This may lead to:
inventory receiving delays
stranded inventory
or rejected shipments
✅ Always verify labels before packing the box.
📦 3. Overweight or Oversized Boxes
Amazon has box size and weight limits.
Common mistakes:
boxes over 50 lbs without heavy labels
oversized cartons
poorly packed heavy boxes
This may result in:
shipment rejection
carrier issues
additional handling fees
✅ Follow Amazon box weight and dimension requirements carefully.
🚚 4. Choosing the Wrong Shipping Method
Using the wrong shipment type can increase costs or complicate the workflow.
Examples:
using SPD for very large pallet shipments
using LTL for very small shipments
✅ Choose the correct method:
SPD = small parcel shipments
LTL = pallet freight
FTL = full truck shipments
📄 5. Printing Shipping Labels Incorrectly
Incorrect print settings may cause:
sideways labels
cut off barcodes
unreadable labels
scaling problems
✅ Recommended settings:
Actual Size / 100%
Correct orientation
Correct label size
Avoid:
“Fit to page”
auto scaling
auto rotate
📦 6. Incorrect Box Content Information
Amazon expects accurate box content details.
Mistakes include:
wrong quantities
incorrect SKUs
missing units
This may lead to:
shipment discrepancies
receiving delays
inventory investigations
✅ Double-check box contents before submission.
🔄 7. Not Verifying the Shipment After Submission
Some sellers submit shipments without reviewing:
carrier information
placement fees
shipping costs
shipment destinations
✅ Always review the completed shipment carefully before final approval.
⚠️ 8. Ignoring Prep Requirements
Amazon prep requirements may include:
polybagging
bubble wrapping
expiration labels
suffocation warnings
Missing prep can result in:
additional Amazon prep fees
inventory rejection
delayed receiving
✅ Verify prep requirements before shipping.
📦 9. Poor Packaging
Weak packaging may cause:
damaged inventory
crushed boxes
shipment loss
✅ Use:
sturdy boxes
proper tape
protective packaging materials
especially for fragile items.
🔄 10. Waiting Too Long to Ship the Shipment
Leaving shipments open too long may:
invalidate shipping labels
cause routing changes
affect shipment accuracy
✅ Ship inventory promptly after shipment creation.
💡 Tips to Avoid FBA Shipment Problems
Before shipping:
verify labels
confirm dimensions and weight
review box contents
print test labels
check prep requirements
review shipment details carefully
✅ Summary
Avoiding common FBA shipment mistakes helps:
reduce delays
prevent shipment errors
avoid extra fees
and improve inventory receiving speed.
Careful shipment preparation leads to smoother Amazon FBA workflows.