How To Fix LEDSP076 - The delivery that was to be created in this split (&1) already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LEDSP - System Messages - Subsequent Delivery Split

• Message number: 076

• Message text: The delivery that was to be created in this split (&1) already exists

What causes this issue?

Delivery &V1&, which was created in the decentralized system during a
subsequent delivery split, already exists in the SAP S/4HANA system.

System Response

The split process cannot be reflected in the SAP S/4HANA system because
this delivery already exists there.

How to fix this error?

You must make sure that the delivery numbers that are assigned during
the split process in the LE component are unique in all systems. You can
also maintain individual number ranges in the decentralized systems
according to warehouse number and delivery type.

Procedure for System Administrators

In Customizing, make settings for number assignment for deliveries that
were split. You must make these settings in all decentralized systems so
that you guarantee
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_XXLEIDWDSPNFR>unique number ranges</> for all systems.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LEDSP076 - The delivery that was to be created in this split (&1) already exists ?

  The SAP error message LEDSP076 indicates that there is an attempt to create a delivery for a split item, but a delivery for that item already exists. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly when dealing with split deliveries.
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Delivery: The primary cause of this error is that a delivery for the specified split item already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The item has already been processed and a delivery has been created.
  There was an attempt to create a new delivery for the same item without first checking for existing deliveries.
  
  
  
  Split Criteria: The delivery split might be based on certain criteria (like shipping point, delivery date, etc.), and if the criteria match an existing delivery, the system will prevent the creation of a duplicate.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how deliveries are split, which could lead to unexpected behavior if not set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Deliveries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Delivery) to check if a delivery already exists for the item in question. If it does, you may need to use that existing delivery instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Split Criteria: 
  
  Review the split criteria in your delivery configuration. Ensure that the criteria are set up correctly and that they align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Delivery Creation Process: 
  
  If the delivery creation process is being automated or triggered by a specific event, ensure that it includes checks for existing deliveries before attempting to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific configuration and business rules that apply to your scenario.
  
  
  
  Error Handling: 
  
  Implement error handling in your processes to manage situations where a delivery already exists, possibly by notifying users or logging the issue for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Delivery), VL02N (Change Delivery), and VL03N (Display Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom logic in your delivery process, review any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting delivery creation.
  Testing: Conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment to replicate the issue and validate the solution before applying changes in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LEDSP076 error and ensure that your delivery processes function smoothly.