How To Fix /SCMB/DM_DLV247 - Approval status of PO &3 item &4 in ASN &1 item &2 is not ôAcceptedö

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_DLV -

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Approval status of PO &3 item &4 in ASN &1 item &2 is not ôAcceptedö

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV247 - Approval status of PO &3 item &4 in ASN &1 item &2 is not ôAcceptedö ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_DLV247 indicates that there is an issue with the approval status of a Purchase Order (PO) item in relation to an Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN). Specifically, the error states that the approval status of the specified PO item is not "Accepted," which is a requirement for processing the ASN.
  Cause:
  
  
  Approval Status: The PO item referenced in the ASN has not been approved. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The PO is still in a pending state.
  The PO item has been rejected or is under review.
  There are discrepancies between the ASN and the PO that need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies between the ASN and the PO, such as quantity mismatches, incorrect item details, or other data-related issues.
  
  
  Workflow Issues: If there is a workflow process in place for approving POs, it may not have been completed successfully.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the approval status of the PO item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., ME23N for displaying POs) and checking the status of the item.
  
  
  Resolve Discrepancies: If there are discrepancies between the ASN and the PO, resolve them. This may involve:
  
  Adjusting the ASN to match the PO.
  Updating the PO if necessary.
  Communicating with relevant stakeholders to clarify any issues.
  
  
  
  Complete Workflow: If the PO is part of a workflow, ensure that all necessary approvals have been obtained. You may need to follow up with the approvers to expedite the process.
  
  
  Reprocess ASN: Once the approval status is corrected and any discrepancies are resolved, you can attempt to reprocess the ASN.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and /SCMB/ASN (for managing ASNs).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, particularly those dealing with POs and ASNs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.