How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY224 - An outbound delivery exists for a partial quantity of item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 224

• Message text: An outbound delivery exists for a partial quantity of item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY224 - An outbound delivery exists for a partial quantity of item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY224 indicates that there is an outbound delivery that already exists for a partial quantity of the specified item. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics when trying to process a delivery or a related transaction that involves the same item.
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Outbound Delivery: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an outbound delivery created for a partial quantity of the item you are trying to process. This can happen if:
  
  A previous delivery was created for the same item but for a different quantity.
  The system is trying to create a new delivery for an item that is already partially allocated to another delivery.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Quantity Entry: The quantity you are trying to process may not match the available quantity or may exceed the quantity that is already allocated.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that prevent the processing of multiple deliveries for the same item.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Deliveries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/OUTB_DELIVERY or /SCWM/DELIVERY to check for existing outbound deliveries for the item in question.
  Review the details of the existing delivery to understand the allocated quantities.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantities:
  
  If you need to create a new delivery, ensure that the quantity you are trying to process does not overlap with the existing outbound delivery.
  If necessary, adjust the quantities in the existing delivery or cancel it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure you are using the correct transaction for the operation you are trying to perform. Sometimes, using the wrong transaction can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the existing deliveries or how to proceed, consult with your logistics or warehouse management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  If this issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no restrictions or settings causing this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to outbound deliveries and warehouse management for best practices and guidelines.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing deliveries, such as /SCWM/OUTB_DELIVERY, /SCWM/DELIVERY, and others.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your outbound delivery process.