How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY273 - Partial deliveries are not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Partial deliveries are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY273 - Partial deliveries are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY273 indicates that partial deliveries are not allowed for the specific delivery or order you are trying to process. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and logistics execution within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Delivery Settings: The delivery or order may be configured to disallow partial deliveries. This setting can be defined in the delivery type or in the configuration of the relevant sales order.
  Item Level Settings: The specific item in the delivery may have been set to not allow partial deliveries. This can be configured in the material master or sales order item settings.
  Business Rules: Company policies or business rules may dictate that certain items or orders must be delivered in full, preventing any partial shipments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the delivery type in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Deliveries > Define Delivery Types.
  Ensure that the "Partial Delivery" option is set according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Item Settings:
  
  Check the sales order or delivery item settings to see if partial deliveries are allowed.
  You can do this by reviewing the item details in the sales order or delivery document.
  
  
  
  Adjust Business Rules:
  
  If the restriction is due to business rules, consult with your business process owner or logistics manager to determine if the rules can be adjusted for specific scenarios.
  
  
  
  Create Full Delivery:
  
  If partial deliveries are not allowed, ensure that you are processing the full quantity of the items in the delivery. This may involve adjusting the quantities in the sales order or delivery to match the available stock.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling deliveries and the specific configurations related to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) for managing deliveries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might affect delivery processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow for the desired delivery processing.