How To Fix ARBERP_MAP072 - Inbound delivery only supports operation type 'new'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Inbound delivery only supports operation type 'new'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP072 - Inbound delivery only supports operation type 'new' ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP072 indicates that there is an issue with the operation type being used for an inbound delivery. Specifically, this error occurs when the system expects a new operation type for the inbound delivery, but a different operation type is being used.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Operation Type: The operation type specified for the inbound delivery is not set to 'new'. This could happen if the system is trying to process an update or a different type of operation that is not supported for inbound deliveries.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected operation types for inbound deliveries.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the inbound delivery is being created or updated through an interface (like EDI or IDoc), the data being sent may not conform to the expected format or values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ARBERP_MAP072 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Operation Type: Ensure that the operation type being used for the inbound delivery is set to 'new'. This can usually be verified in the transaction or interface that is being used to create the inbound delivery.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to inbound deliveries in the SAP system. Ensure that the operation types are correctly defined and that the system is set up to accept new inbound deliveries.
  
  
  Data Validation: If the inbound delivery is being created through an interface, validate the data being sent. Ensure that the operation type is correctly specified in the data payload.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the operation types supported for inbound deliveries. This can provide insights into what is expected.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the process to see where the operation type is being set and why it is not being recognized as 'new'.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to inbound deliveries, such as VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery) and VL32N (Change Inbound Delivery).
  IDoc Monitoring: If the error is related to IDoc processing, use transaction WE02 or WE05 to monitor IDocs and check for errors in the data being sent.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the ARBERP_MAP072 error and implement a solution.