How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV542 - No ID number for outbound delivery &1 can be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 542

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV542 - No ID number for outbound delivery &1 can be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV542 No ID 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 related to the outbound delivery process. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding ID number for the specified outbound delivery.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Outbound Delivery: The outbound delivery number specified in the error message may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between the EWM and the ERP system, leading to the outbound delivery not being recognized.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in EWM that are not correctly set up to handle outbound deliveries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the outbound delivery data.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the outbound delivery, such as missing entries in relevant tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Outbound Delivery: Check if the outbound delivery number mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) in the ERP system.
  Check Data Synchronization: Ensure that the data between the ERP and EWM systems is synchronized. You may need to run relevant background jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in EWM related to outbound deliveries. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and process outbound deliveries.
  Check for Inconsistencies: Look for any inconsistencies in the data related to the outbound delivery. This may involve checking relevant database tables or logs for errors.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL03N, EWM Monitor, and /SCWM/PRT for troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on outbound delivery processes and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team 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.