How To Fix O8148 - Driver &1 has been used in shipment &2 and thus cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O8 - IS-Oil: TD Transportation and Distribution

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Driver &1 has been used in shipment &2 and thus cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a driver that has a shipment history linked to
it in the system.

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?

Until the shipment information has been completed and archived, it will
not be possible to delete this driver. Instead, it should be selected
for deletion using the indicator provided on the Driver Details screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O8148 - Driver &1 has been used in shipment &2 and thus cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message O8148 indicates that a specific driver (identified by &1) has been used in a shipment (identified by &2) and therefore cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of logistics and transportation management within SAP, particularly when dealing with shipments and their associated drivers.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the driver you are trying to delete is currently linked to an active shipment. In SAP, certain objects (like drivers, vehicles, etc.) cannot be deleted if they are still in use or referenced by other documents or processes. This is a safeguard to maintain data integrity and prevent inconsistencies in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Shipment Status: Verify the status of the shipment associated with the driver. If the shipment is still open or in process, you may need to complete or cancel the shipment before you can delete the driver.
  
  
  Remove Driver from Shipment: If the shipment is not yet completed, you can try to remove the driver from the shipment. This can usually be done in the shipment document by editing the driver assignment.
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Shipment: If the shipment is completed and you still need to delete the driver, you may need to cancel the shipment or create a new shipment without the driver.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific procedures related to managing shipments and drivers in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the driver in other documents or processes that might be preventing its deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipments effectively.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to shipments and drivers in the SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.