How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN213 - Enter a delivery date or ship date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Enter a delivery date or ship date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN213 - Enter a delivery date or ship date ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN213 indicates that a delivery date or ship date is required but has not been provided in the relevant transaction or process. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) or related logistics processes where date information is crucial for processing shipments and deliveries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Fields: The delivery date or ship date fields in the relevant document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or ASN) are empty.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that requires these dates to be filled in for certain processes, and they are not being populated automatically.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required date fields during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Required Dates: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., ASN creation or editing) and ensure that both the delivery date and ship date fields are filled in correctly.
  Check Configuration: If the dates are supposed to be populated automatically, check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that the logic for populating these fields is correctly set up.
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules that may be in place that could be preventing the entry of these dates.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained to enter all required fields when creating or editing documents in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), or specific ASN-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling date fields in your specific version of SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Logistics, Supply Chain Management) for more detailed information on required fields and processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.