How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY298 - Item &1: outbound delivery item not deletable as IBGI requested

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Item &1: outbound delivery item not deletable as IBGI requested

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY298 - Item &1: outbound delivery item not deletable as IBGI requested ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY298 indicates that an outbound delivery item cannot be deleted because it is linked to an Inbound Goods Issue (IBGI) request. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and logistics processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete an outbound delivery item that is associated with an IBGI. This means that there are dependencies or processes that are still active or have not been completed, preventing the deletion of the item. Common causes include:
  
  The outbound delivery item is still in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it has been partially processed).
  There are open or pending transactions related to the IBGI that need to be resolved first.
  The item may be linked to other documents or processes that are preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Outbound Delivery Item:
  
  Verify the status of the outbound delivery item in the system. Ensure that it is not in a status that prevents deletion (e.g., confirmed, picked, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Related IBGI Requests:
  
  Check if there are any open IBGI requests associated with the outbound delivery item. You may need to complete or cancel these requests before attempting to delete the item.
  
  
  
  Complete Pending Processes:
  
  Ensure that all related processes (such as picking, packing, or shipping) are completed. If any processes are still pending, complete them before trying to delete the item.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use relevant transaction codes (like /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery processing) to check the status of the inbound goods issue and resolve any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling IBGI requests and outbound delivery items.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to outbound delivery and inbound goods issues, such as /SCWM/OUTB for outbound delivery processing.
  EWM Configuration: Review your EWM configuration settings to ensure that they align with your business processes and that there are no misconfigurations causing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.