How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY805 - Delivery cannot be deleted; it was transferred from an external system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY -

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Delivery cannot be deleted; it was transferred from an external system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY805 - Delivery cannot be deleted; it was transferred from an external system ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY805 indicates that a delivery cannot be deleted because it was transferred from an external system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with deliveries that have been created or managed outside of the SAP system, such as through an integration with another system (e.g., an ERP system, a third-party logistics provider, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  External System Integration: The delivery in question was created in an external system and then transferred to SAP EWM. As a result, the system has restrictions on deleting such deliveries to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to prevent the deletion of deliveries that may have dependencies or references in other systems or processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Status: Ensure that the delivery is not in a status that prevents deletion (e.g., it may be in a status that is still being processed).
  Consult External System: If the delivery was created in an external system, you may need to delete or modify it in that system first before attempting to delete it in SAP EWM.
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible, consider other options such as:
  
  Marking the delivery as completed or canceled if applicable.
  Archiving the delivery if it is no longer needed for active processing.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the delivery should be deletable, consult your SAP support team or the team responsible for the integration with the external system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Integration Settings: Review the integration settings between SAP EWM and the external system to understand how deliveries are created and managed.
  Documentation: Check SAP documentation for any specific guidelines or restrictions related to deliveries transferred from external systems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that may help in managing deliveries, such as /SCWM/DELIVERY for delivery processing.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that you follow your organization's data management policies when attempting to delete or modify deliveries.
  Maintain clear communication with teams managing external systems to ensure that data consistency is preserved across platforms.