How To Fix ESD01004 - Delivery & not in document flow

ESD01004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESD01 - DI-ESD Message Class EDI

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Delivery & not in document flow

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESD01004 - Delivery & not in document flow ?

  The SAP error message ESD01004, which states "Delivery & not in document flow," typically occurs when there is an issue with the document flow in the SAP system, particularly related to the delivery document. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to process a delivery that is not properly linked to the preceding documents (like sales orders or purchase orders).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document Links: The delivery document may not be properly linked to the sales order or other related documents in the system.
  Document Deletion: The related document (e.g., sales order) may have been deleted or archived, causing the delivery to lose its reference.
  Incorrect Document Status: The status of the delivery or related documents may not allow for the intended operation (e.g., if the delivery is already completed or canceled).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document flow settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Flow: Use transaction