How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE117 - Cannot update deliveries

/SCWM/WAVE117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Cannot update deliveries

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/SCWM/WAVE117 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE117 Cannot update deliveries typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with updating delivery documents. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Delivery Document Status: The delivery document may be in a status that does not allow updates (e.g., it is already completed or canceled).
  Locking Issues: The delivery might be locked by another process or user, preventing updates.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the delivery, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make the update may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the delivery.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in EWM that restrict updates under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delivery Status: Verify the status of the delivery document. If it is completed or canceled, you may need to reverse