How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY260 - Item &1 was automatically transferred to the inbound delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Item &1 was automatically transferred to the inbound delivery

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY260 - Item &1 was automatically transferred to the inbound delivery ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY260 indicates that an item in a delivery has been automatically transferred to an inbound delivery. This typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is a mismatch or issue with the delivery process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Automatic Transfer Logic: The system may have determined that the item cannot be processed in the current delivery due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The item is not available in the required quantity.
  The item is not suitable for the current delivery due to its status or other attributes.
  The item is intended for a different inbound delivery or warehouse process.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in EWM that dictate how items are handled during the delivery process, leading to automatic transfers.
  
  
  Stock Availability: The item may not be available in the expected location or stock type, prompting the system to move it to an inbound delivery.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the item in the delivery. Ensure that it is available and suitable for the current delivery process.
  
  
  Review Inbound Delivery: Check the inbound delivery to which the item has been transferred. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that the item is intended for that delivery.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the automatic transfer is not desired, review the configuration settings in EWM related to delivery processing. Adjust the settings to prevent automatic transfers if necessary.
  
  
  Stock Management: Ensure that stock levels and locations are correctly maintained. If the item is not available, consider replenishing stock or adjusting the delivery accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and its implications.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery processing.
  EWM Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the EWM customizing (SPRO) to understand how deliveries and inbound processes are managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /SCWM/DELIVERY260 error message.