How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY551 - Delivery item skipped (wrong document category - &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Delivery item skipped (wrong document category - &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY551 - Delivery item skipped (wrong document category - &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY551 Delivery item skipped (wrong document category - &1) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when processing delivery items. This error indicates that the system has encountered a delivery item that is associated with an incorrect document category, which prevents it from being processed further.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Document Category: The delivery item may be linked to a document category that is not valid for the operation being performed (e.g., picking, packing, or shipping).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the EWM system that do not align with the document categories being used.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data associated with the delivery item may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system rejecting the item.
  Integration Issues: If the delivery is coming from an external system (like SAP ERP), there may be discrepancies in how document categories are defined or mapped.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Category: Verify the document category of the delivery item in question. Ensure that it is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the EWM system related to document categories. Ensure that the document categories are correctly defined and mapped to the relevant processes.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the delivery item. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data is consistent.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs or error messages for additional context that may help identify the root cause of the issue.
  Test with Different Data: If possible, try processing a different delivery item with a known valid document category to see if the issue persists.
  Contact Support: If the issue 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: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for processing deliveries) or /SCWM/OD (for outbound deliveries) to investigate the delivery items further.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for more details on document categories and their configurations.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.