How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY233 - Manually created deliveries cannot have a preceding request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Manually created deliveries cannot have a preceding request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY233 - Manually created deliveries cannot have a preceding request ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY233 indicates that a manually created delivery cannot have a preceding request. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to create a delivery that is not aligned with the system's expectations regarding the delivery process.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Delivery Creation: The error arises when a user tries to create a delivery manually while the system expects that the delivery should be generated from a preceding request (like a sales order or transfer order).
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead the system to believe that a preceding request is necessary.
  Process Flow Violation: The process flow defined in the system may not allow for manual deliveries to be created without a preceding request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Creation Method: Ensure that you are following the correct process for creating deliveries. If a preceding request is required, create the delivery from that request instead of manually.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the EWM system to see if there are any rules or settings that dictate how deliveries should be created. Adjust these settings if necessary.
  Use the Correct Transaction: If you need to create a delivery manually, ensure you are using the correct transaction code or method that allows for manual delivery creation without a preceding request.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific process for creating deliveries in your version of EWM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  EWM Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for best practices on delivery creation and the expected workflows.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for creating deliveries to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the underlying reasons for its occurrence.