How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV540 - No order number for outbound delivery &1 can be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 540

• Message text: No order number for outbound delivery &1 can be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV540 - No order number for outbound delivery &1 can be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV540 No order number for outbound delivery &1 can be determined typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an issue with the outbound delivery process. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an associated order number for the specified outbound delivery.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Order Reference: The outbound delivery may not have a corresponding sales order or purchase order linked to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the EWM settings that prevent the system from correctly associating the outbound delivery with an order.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to the inability to find the order number.
  Delivery Creation Issues: The outbound delivery might have been created incorrectly or incompletely, leading to missing references.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Outbound Delivery: Verify the outbound delivery document in the system. Ensure that it has a valid reference to a sales order or purchase order.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in EWM related to outbound deliveries and ensure that they are set up correctly to link deliveries to orders.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the master data or transactional data that may be causing the issue.
  Recreate Outbound Delivery: If the outbound delivery is found to be incorrect, consider deleting and recreating it to ensure that it is properly linked to the relevant order.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for processing inbound deliveries) or /SCWM/OD (for outbound deliveries) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.