How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV490 - No outbound delivery exists; bill of lading was not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 490

• Message text: No outbound delivery exists; bill of lading was not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV490 - No outbound delivery exists; bill of lading was not created ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV490 indicates that there is no outbound delivery available for the bill of lading you are trying to create. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when attempting to create a bill of lading for a shipment that does not have an associated outbound delivery.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Outbound Delivery: The most common cause is that the outbound delivery has not been created for the shipment. This can happen if the delivery process was not completed or if there was an error during the delivery creation process.
  
  
  Incorrect Shipment Data: The shipment data may not be correctly linked to an outbound delivery. This can occur if the shipment was created without properly referencing the delivery.
  
  
  Delivery Status: The outbound delivery may be in a status that does not allow for the creation of a bill of lading (e.g., it may be canceled or not fully processed).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EWM system that prevent the proper linkage between shipments and outbound deliveries.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Outbound Delivery: Verify if the outbound delivery exists for the shipment. You can do this by checking the delivery document in the SAP system. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  Create Outbound Delivery: If the outbound delivery is missing, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., using the transaction code VL01N for creating outbound deliveries).
  
  
  Review Shipment Data: Ensure that the shipment is correctly linked to the outbound delivery. You can check the shipment details in the EWM system to confirm that the outbound delivery is referenced.
  
  
  Check Delivery Status: Ensure that the outbound delivery is in a status that allows for the creation of a bill of lading. If the delivery is in a blocked or canceled status, you may need to resolve those issues first.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP EWM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle the creation of bills of lading in relation to outbound deliveries.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and outbound delivery processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.