How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV048 - Action is only allowed for inbound deliveries (&1 is not an inb. deliv.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Action is only allowed for inbound deliveries (&1 is not an inb. deliv.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV048 - Action is only allowed for inbound deliveries (&1 is not an inb. deliv.) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV048 Action is only allowed for inbound deliveries (&1 is not an inb. deliv.) typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that is only applicable to inbound deliveries, but the document being referenced is not recognized as an inbound delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document you are trying to process is not an inbound delivery. It could be a different type of document, such as an outbound delivery or a transfer order.
  Document Status: The document may not be in a status that allows for the action you are trying to perform.
  User Error: The user may have selected the wrong document or may not have the correct permissions to perform the action on the selected document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Type: Check the document you are trying to process. Ensure that it is indeed an inbound delivery. You can do this by checking the document number and its type in the system.
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the inbound delivery is in a status that allows for the action you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to post goods receipt, the delivery should be in a status that allows for this action.
  Select Correct Document: If you have mistakenly selected the wrong document, go back and select the correct inbound delivery.
  Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform actions on inbound deliveries. If you suspect a permissions issue, contact your system administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific action you are trying to perform and the requirements for it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for inbound delivery processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.