How To Fix ME381 - No inbound delivery defined for confirmation control key &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 381

• Message text: No inbound delivery defined for confirmation control key &

What causes this issue?

Only a confirmation category (internal category 2) is allowed for
confirmation control keys with inbound deliveries.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the confirmation sequence in Customizing for Purchasing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME381 - No inbound delivery defined for confirmation control key & ?

  The SAP error message ME381, which states "No inbound delivery defined for confirmation control key &," typically occurs in the context of the inbound delivery process in SAP, particularly when dealing with goods receipt and confirmation processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find an inbound delivery associated with the confirmation control key specified in the message.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inbound Delivery: The most common cause is that there is no inbound delivery created for the purchase order item that you are trying to confirm.
  Incorrect Confirmation Control Key: The confirmation control key used in the process may not be correctly defined or may not correspond to any existing inbound delivery.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the confirmation control key settings.
  Document Status: The status of the purchase order or the related documents may not allow for the creation of an inbound delivery.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inbound Delivery: Verify if an inbound delivery exists for the purchase order item. You can do this by navigating to the inbound delivery transaction (e.g., using transaction code VL31N or VL32N) and checking if the delivery is created.
  Create Inbound Delivery: If no inbound delivery exists, create one for the relevant purchase order item. Ensure that the delivery is correctly linked to the purchase order.
  Review Confirmation Control Key: Check the confirmation control key being used. Ensure that it is correctly defined in the system and that it corresponds to the expected inbound delivery.
  Configuration Settings: If necessary, review the configuration settings for the confirmation control key in the SAP system. This can be done in the SPRO configuration menu under the relevant logistics area.
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the purchase order and related documents are in a status that allows for the creation of an inbound delivery. If the purchase order is blocked or has other issues, resolve those first.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery), and VL32N (Change Inbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to inbound deliveries and confirmation control keys for more detailed information on configuration and usage.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and materials management.