How To Fix MN566 - Delivery schedule for purchasing doc. &, item &, does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 566

• Message text: Delivery schedule for purchasing doc. &, item &, does not exist

What causes this issue?

To perform the function you invoked with respect to the condition
record with the internal number &V3&, the system needs the delivery
schedule data for item &V2& of purchasing document &V1&.
The system has recorded in a database table that purchasing document
&V1&, item &V2& is relevant to "subsequent settlement" accounting for
condition record &V3& (internal number) of rebate arrangement &V4&.
The data may be missing for one of the following reasons:

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

the delivery schedule for purchasing document &V1&, item &V2& has
already been deleted from the system, or
hardware fault or software error.

System Response

The document item will be skipped. The data that has been created is
therefore incomplete.

How to fix this error?

If you need the correct data, it is necessary for the above delivery
schedule for purchasing document &V1&, item &V2& to be available in the
system.
If necessary, contact your system administrator in order to have the
data record restored where possible (data backup).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN566 - Delivery schedule for purchasing doc. &, item &, does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MN566 indicates that there is an issue with the delivery schedule for a purchasing document and item. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid delivery schedule for the specified purchasing document and item combination. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Delivery Schedule: The delivery schedule for the specified purchasing document and item may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Document Number or Item: The purchasing document number or item number entered may be incorrect or may not correspond to an existing delivery schedule.
  Document Status: The purchasing document may be in a status that does not allow for delivery schedules to be processed (e.g., blocked or completed).
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to discrepancies in the delivery schedule data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the delivery schedule for the specified document and item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document and Item: Check the purchasing document number and item number for accuracy. Ensure that they correspond to an existing delivery schedule.
  Check Delivery Schedule: Use transaction codes like ME33L (Display Scheduling Agreement) or ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor) to verify if the delivery schedule exists for the specified document and item.
  Create or Update Delivery Schedule: If the delivery schedule does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction ME31L (Create Scheduling Agreement) or update it if necessary.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the purchasing document to ensure it is active and not blocked or completed.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the delivery schedule. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or data inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33L (Display Scheduling Agreement), ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor), and ME31L (Create Scheduling Agreement).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchasing documents and delivery schedules for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MN566 error and implement the appropriate solution.