How To Fix EPM_ARCH_OBJ_MSG004 - Please give a valid Delivery number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM_ARCH_OBJ_MSG - EPM Archiving Objects related messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Please give a valid Delivery number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM_ARCH_OBJ_MSG004 - Please give a valid Delivery number ?

  The SAP error message EPM_ARCH_OBJ_MSG004 with the description "Please give a valid Delivery number" typically occurs in the context of the SAP EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) system when a user attempts to access or process a delivery document that is either invalid or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Delivery Number: The delivery number entered does not exist in the system or is incorrectly formatted.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the delivery number.
  Document Status: The delivery document may have been deleted, archived, or is in a status that does not allow it to be processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or process the specified delivery number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Delivery Number: Double-check the delivery number for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is entered correctly.
  Check Document Existence: Use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to verify if the delivery number exists in the system.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the delivery document is not archived or deleted. If it has been archived, you may need to retrieve it from the archive.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the delivery document. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.