How To Fix /SCMB/DM_DLV188 - Bill of lading must not be changed (key field in external system)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_DLV -

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Bill of lading must not be changed (key field in external system)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV188 - Bill of lading must not be changed (key field in external system) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV188 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Lading (BOL) in the context of the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to change a Bill of Lading that is already linked to an external system, which is not allowed due to data integrity and synchronization concerns.
  Cause:
  
  External System Lock: The Bill of Lading is being managed or locked by an external system, and any changes to it are restricted to maintain consistency.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in rules to prevent changes to key fields that are critical for the integration with external systems.
  Status of the BOL: The Bill of Lading may be in a status that does not allow modifications (e.g., it may be confirmed or completed).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check External System: Verify if the Bill of Lading is currently being processed or locked in the external system. If so, you may need to wait until the external system releases it.
  Review BOL Status: Check the status of the Bill of Lading in SAP. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to take appropriate actions to change its status (e.g., cancel or reverse the BOL if applicable).
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the integration between SAP and the external system to understand the rules governing changes to the Bill of Lading.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or the support team for the external system for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMB/DM_DLV to view details about the delivery and Bill of Lading.
  Integration Settings: Check the integration settings between SAP and the external system to ensure they are configured correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the Bill of Lading in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.