How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF301 - Batch processing delivery settings: document category &1 not intended

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Batch processing delivery settings: document category &1 not intended

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF301 - Batch processing delivery settings: document category &1 not intended ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF301 indicates that there is an issue with the batch processing delivery settings, specifically that the document category specified is not intended for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when dealing with delivery confirmations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Category: The document category specified in the delivery processing settings may not be configured correctly or is not intended for the operation you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the EWM settings related to delivery processing, such as the document type not being linked to the correct process.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the document category may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify the document category settings. Ensure that the document category you are using is intended for the delivery confirmation process.
  You can check the configuration in the following path: 
  
  SPRO > Extended Warehouse Management > Cross-Process Settings > Delivery Processing > Define Document Categories.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Delivery Settings:
  
  Ensure that the delivery settings are correctly defined for the document category in question. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings for the delivery type and ensuring that it is linked to the correct document category.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve configuration problems.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to confirm that the error has been resolved. Create a new delivery or process an existing one to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for EWM to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for delivery processing and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI for delivery processing or /SCWM/PRDI for checking the configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.