How To Fix /SCWM/CHM_DLV005 - &4 open delivery documents have reference to stock; release stock first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CHM_DLV -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &4 open delivery documents have reference to stock; release stock first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CHM_DLV005 - &4 open delivery documents have reference to stock; release stock first ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CHM_DLV005 indicates that there are open delivery documents that reference stock, and you need to release the stock before you can proceed with the operation you are attempting. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you try to perform an action (like deleting or changing a delivery) on a delivery document that is still linked to stock. This means that there are items in the delivery that have not been fully processed or that the stock is still reserved for that delivery.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Deliveries: Identify the open delivery documents that are causing the issue. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for delivery processing) or /SCWM/DELIVERY to view the details of the deliveries.
  
  
  Release Stock: You need to release the stock that is reserved for the open delivery documents. This can be done by:
  
  Completing the delivery process for the items.
  If the delivery is no longer needed, you can cancel or delete the delivery.
  If the stock is reserved for a different purpose, you may need to adjust the stock assignment.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Status: Use transaction codes like /SCWM/AT (for stock overview) to check the status of the stock and ensure that it is not reserved for any other deliveries.
  
  
  Reprocess Deliveries: If necessary, reprocess the deliveries after releasing the stock to ensure that the system reflects the correct status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the steps or the implications of releasing stock, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI, /SCWM/DELIVERY, and /SCWM/AT.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform stock releases and modifications to delivery documents.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP EWM processes to better understand stock management and delivery processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your operations in SAP EWM.