How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY517 - Complete ODO with zero items report started.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Complete ODO with zero items report started.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY517 - Complete ODO with zero items report started. ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY517 indicates that a report for completing an Outbound Delivery Order (ODO) with zero items has been initiated. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to process an outbound delivery that does not contain any items.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Outbound Delivery: The most common cause of this error is that the outbound delivery order being processed does not have any items associated with it. This can happen if the items were removed or if the delivery was created without any items.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the delivery process or the way items are being added to the delivery.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues in the system, such as missing or incorrect item data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Outbound Delivery: Verify the outbound delivery in question to ensure that it contains items. You can do this by navigating to the outbound delivery document in SAP and checking the item list.
  Review Delivery Creation Process: If the delivery is supposed to have items, review the process that created the delivery to ensure that items were correctly added.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, consult with your SAP EWM configuration team to ensure that the settings for outbound deliveries are correct.
  Delete or Modify the Delivery: If the delivery is indeed empty and not needed, you may consider deleting it or modifying it to include the necessary items.
  Check for System Notes: Look for any system notes or logs that might provide additional context or details about why the report was triggered.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SCWM/OD to manage outbound deliveries or /SCWM/PR for processing related tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for more details on outbound delivery processing and error handling.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.