How To Fix O9871 - Change of final delivery indicator for document & item & not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Change of final delivery indicator for document & item & not possible

What causes this issue?

The change of final delivery indicator (FDI) is triggered only when
there are quantity postings like goods issue / goods receipt. The final
delivery indicator flag has been used for a document item which is not
used for quantity postings in the current transaction. There is no
quantity information available for this document item in the current
transaction.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Do not set the final delivery indicator, or reset it for this document
item.
If the final delivery indicator has to be changed for this document
item, then pass the quantity information which will trigger the
quantity postings and thus also the change of FDI. If no change in
quantity is to be posted, then at least set the quantity to zero to
trigger the FDI change.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9871 - Change of final delivery indicator for document & item & not possible ?

  The SAP error message O9871, which states "Change of final delivery indicator for document & item & not possible," typically occurs in the context of logistics and delivery processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the final delivery indicator for a specific document and item, but the system has determined that this change cannot be made due to certain constraints or conditions.
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Status: The document (such as a sales order or delivery) may be in a status that does not allow changes to the final delivery indicator. For example, if the delivery has already been completed or invoiced, the system may restrict changes.
  
  
  Delivery Completed: If the delivery has already been marked as completed or fully delivered, the final delivery indicator cannot be changed.
  
  
  Dependencies on Other Documents: There may be dependencies on other documents (like billing documents) that prevent changes to the final delivery indicator.
  
  
  Custom Logic or Enhancements: Custom logic or enhancements in the SAP system may impose additional restrictions on changing the final delivery indicator.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document and item in question. If the document is completed or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to reverse or adjust the document before making changes.
  
  
  Review Delivery History: Check the delivery history to see if the item has already been fully delivered. If so, you may need to create a new delivery or adjust the existing one.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team to investigate any custom logic that may be affecting the final delivery indicator.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like VL02N for delivery change) to check the details of the delivery and see if there are any restrictions or messages that provide more context.
  
  
  Documentation and Training: Ensure that users are trained on the implications of changing the final delivery indicator and the conditions under which it can be done.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to delivery processing, such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations to modify delivery documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.