How To Fix SAPLWOSL072 - The delivery could not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWOSL - Store WB: IAC Consumer Order, Items

• Message number: 072

• Message text: The delivery could not be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWOSL072 - The delivery could not be created ?

  The SAP error message SAPLWOSL072 indicates that a delivery could not be created for a particular sales order or related document. This error can arise from various issues in the system. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information to help troubleshoot the problem.
  Common Causes
  
  
  Incomplete Sales Order Data: The sales order may be missing required information, such as delivery dates, quantities, or shipping details.
  
  
  Stock Availability: There may not be enough stock available to fulfill the delivery. This can happen if the stock is reserved for other orders or if there is no stock at all.
  
  
  Delivery Block: The sales order or related document may have a delivery block set, preventing the creation of a delivery.
  
  
  Shipping Point Issues: The shipping point may not be correctly assigned or may be inactive, which can prevent delivery creation.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to delivery processing, such as missing or incorrect settings in the delivery type or shipping conditions.
  
  
  Document Flow Issues: There may be issues in the document flow, such as incomplete preceding documents (e.g., quotations, contracts).
  
  
  Potential Solutions
  
  
  Check Sales Order Data: Review the sales order for completeness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Verify Stock Levels: Check the stock levels for the materials involved in the delivery. Use transaction codes like MMBE to check stock availability.
  
  
  Review Delivery Blocks: Check if there are any delivery blocks on the sales order. You can do this by looking at the sales order in transaction VA03 and checking the status.
  
  
  Check Shipping Point Configuration: Ensure that the shipping point is correctly assigned to the sales order and is active. You can check this in the material master or the sales order.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the delivery type and shipping conditions are set up correctly.
  
  
  Check Document Flow: Ensure that all preceding documents are complete and correctly processed. You can use transaction VA03 to view the document flow.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create deliveries.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.