How To Fix O9078 - Shipment & not to be deleted (material movement has taken place)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Shipment & not to be deleted (material movement has taken place)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9078 - Shipment & not to be deleted (material movement has taken place) ?

  The SAP error message O9078 indicates that a shipment cannot be deleted because there has been a material movement associated with it. This typically occurs in logistics processes where shipments are linked to inventory movements, such as goods issues or goods receipts.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the shipment you are trying to delete has already been processed in a way that affects inventory. For example, if goods have been shipped or received against the shipment, SAP prevents deletion to maintain data integrity and ensure that inventory records remain accurate.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Movements: Review the material movements associated with the shipment. You can do this by checking the document flow or using transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) to see the related material documents.
  
  
  Reverse Material Movements: If possible, reverse the material movements that are linked to the shipment. This can be done using transaction codes like MBST (Cancel Material Document) or MIGO (Goods Movement) depending on the type of movement.
  
  
  Delete Shipment: Once the material movements have been reversed, you should be able to delete the shipment using transaction VT02N (Change Shipment) or VT03N (Display Shipment) and then selecting the delete option.
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure about reversing material movements or if it impacts other processes, consult with your logistics or inventory management team to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), VT03N (Display Shipment), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MBST (Cancel Material Document).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to shipment processing and material movements for more detailed guidance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required to reverse material movements and delete shipments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O9078 error and manage your shipments effectively.