How To Fix /CWM/LES035 - Goods posting of delivery item &1 has already been started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/LES -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Goods posting of delivery item &1 has already been started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/LES035 - Goods posting of delivery item &1 has already been started ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/LES035 indicates that a goods posting for a delivery item has already been initiated. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution processes, where multiple attempts to post goods movements for the same delivery item are made, leading to conflicts.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Posting Attempt: The most common cause is that a user or process is trying to post goods for a delivery item that is already in the process of being posted.
  System Locking: The system may have a lock on the delivery item due to an ongoing transaction, preventing further postings until the current transaction is completed.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs or automated processes may be attempting to post goods for the same item simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Transactions: Verify if there is an ongoing transaction for the delivery item. You can do this by checking the transaction logs or monitoring the status of the delivery in the system.
  Wait and Retry: If the goods posting is in progress, wait for it to complete before attempting to post again.
  Review Background Jobs: If there are background jobs that might be causing the issue, review their status and ensure they are not conflicting with your posting attempts.
  Transaction Lock Release: If you suspect a lock is causing the issue, you may need to release the lock. This can be done by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view and delete locks) or SM21 (to check system logs).
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further, as there may be underlying system issues or configurations that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on goods movements and delivery processing to understand the workflow and potential points of failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.