How To Fix /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI008 - Delivery &1, item &2 with product &3 and location &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Delivery &1, item &2 with product &3 and location &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI008 - Delivery &1, item &2 with product &3 and location &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI008 indicates that there is an issue with a delivery in the context of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the message states that a delivery for a specific item, product, and location does not exist. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Delivery: The delivery referenced in the error message may not exist in the system. This could be due to a data entry error or because the delivery has not been created yet.
  Incorrect Product or Location: The product or location specified in the error message may not be valid or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data for the product or location, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to discrepancies in data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the delivery information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Delivery Existence: Check if the delivery actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to see if the delivery number is valid.
  Check Product and Location: Ensure that the product and location specified in the error message are correctly set up in the system. You can check this in the product master data and location master data.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking the product master, location master, and any relevant VMI settings.
  Integration Check: If applicable, check the integration settings between SAP ERP and SAP APO to ensure that data is being transferred correctly.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the delivery information. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to VMI and APO for any specific guidance or known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), MD05 (Individual Display of MRP List), and SCC4 (Client Administration) for checking configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.