How To Fix /SCWM/RETURNS033 - Cannot create inbound delivery for sales order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RETURNS -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Cannot create inbound delivery for sales order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RETURNS033 - Cannot create inbound delivery for sales order &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RETURNS033 indicates that the system is unable to create an inbound delivery for a sales order due to certain conditions not being met. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when dealing with returns processing.
  Causes:
  
  
  Sales Order Status: The sales order may be in a status that does not allow for the creation of an inbound delivery. For example, if the sales order is already fully delivered or has been canceled.
  
  
  Return Delivery Not Allowed: The system may not allow the creation of a return delivery for the specific sales order due to configuration settings or business rules.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data for creating the inbound delivery may be missing or incorrect, such as item details, quantities, or delivery dates.
  
  
  Warehouse Management Settings: There may be issues with the warehouse management settings that prevent the creation of the inbound delivery.
  
  
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