How To Fix ME884 - Open inbound deliveries exist for purchase order &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 884

• Message text: Open inbound deliveries exist for purchase order &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME884 - Open inbound deliveries exist for purchase order &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message ME884 indicates that there are open inbound deliveries associated with a purchase order (PO) that you are trying to process. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action on a purchase order that is not allowed because there are still pending inbound deliveries linked to it.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Open Inbound Deliveries: There are one or more inbound deliveries that have not been fully processed or completed for the specified purchase order.
  Pending Goods Receipt: The goods receipt for the inbound delivery has not been posted, which means the system still considers the delivery as open.
  Incomplete Delivery: The inbound delivery may be partially delivered, meaning that not all items have been received yet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME884 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inbound Deliveries:
  
  Use transaction code VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to check the status of the inbound deliveries related to the purchase order.
  Identify any open or partially delivered inbound deliveries.
  
  
  
  Post Goods Receipt:
  
  If the inbound delivery is complete and you have received all items, ensure that you post the goods receipt using transaction code MIGO.
  Select the appropriate option (e.g., Goods Receipt for Inbound Delivery) and enter the delivery number to complete the process.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Modify Inbound Deliveries:
  
  If the inbound delivery is no longer needed or if there are errors, you may need to cancel or modify the inbound delivery. This can be done using transaction code VL02N or VL09 (Cancel Goods Movement).
  
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Status:
  
  Ensure that the purchase order is in a status that allows for the action you are trying to perform. You can check the status using transaction code ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the inbound deliveries or how to proceed, consult with your logistics or procurement team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  VL09: Cancel Goods Movement
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling inbound deliveries and purchase orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME884 error and proceed with your intended actions on the purchase order.