How To Fix /DSD/RP_MESSAGE017 - The ship-to party for delivery &1 is driver &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/RP_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: The ship-to party for delivery &1 is driver &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/RP_MESSAGE017 - The ship-to party for delivery &1 is driver &2 ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/RP_MESSAGE017 indicates that there is an issue with the ship-to party for a delivery. Specifically, it states that the ship-to party for the delivery is set to a driver instead of a valid customer or location. This can occur in the context of SAP's Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module, which is used for managing deliveries directly to customers.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the delivery may have been incorrectly set up, where the ship-to party is mistakenly assigned as a driver.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DSD module that lead to incorrect assignments of ship-to parties.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation of the delivery could lead to the wrong ship-to party being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify the master data for the delivery. Ensure that the ship-to party is correctly defined as a customer or a valid delivery location, not a driver.
  
  Go to the customer master data and check the details for the ship-to party.
  
  
  Correct the Delivery Document: If the delivery has already been created, you may need to correct the delivery document to assign the correct ship-to party.
  
  Use transaction code VL02N to change the delivery and update the ship-to party.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue is recurring, review the configuration settings in the DSD module to ensure that the ship-to party assignment logic is correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on handling this error in your system context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VD03 (Display Customer).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to delivery documents and master data.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.