How To Fix CRM_BUPA_FRG0020414 - You must activate partial deliveries before you can specify a max. number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_FRG0020 - Service BP Shipping Data

• Message number: 414

• Message text: You must activate partial deliveries before you can specify a max. number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0020414 - You must activate partial deliveries before you can specify a max. number ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0020414 indicates that you are trying to specify a maximum number for partial deliveries in a sales order or similar document, but the system has not been configured to allow partial deliveries. This is a common issue in SAP CRM when dealing with sales orders, deliveries, or service orders.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system settings do not permit partial deliveries for the specific document type you are working with. This can happen if:
  
  The configuration for the document type does not allow partial deliveries.
  The relevant settings in the sales order or delivery item are not activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the option for partial deliveries in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Delivery -> Define Partial Delivery.
  
  
  
  Activate Partial Deliveries:
  
  In the configuration settings, look for the option to allow partial deliveries.
  Ensure that the relevant settings for the document type you are working with are activated. This may involve checking the delivery item category or sales document type settings.
  
  
  
  Check Item Category Settings:
  
  Go to the item category settings for the sales order or delivery.
  Ensure that the "Allow Partial Delivery" option is checked.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the sales order or delivery again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring partial deliveries in SAP CRM.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are making changes in a development environment, remember to transport the changes to the production environment.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant: If you are unsure about making these changes, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can assist with the configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0020414 and successfully specify a maximum number for partial deliveries.