How To Fix SD_S4H_ODATA_COM_MSG005 - Cannot create a return with no items. Enter return quantity.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_S4H_ODATA_COM_MSG - ODATA SD S4H Common Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Cannot create a return with no items. Enter return quantity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_S4H_ODATA_COM_MSG005 - Cannot create a return with no items. Enter return quantity. ?

  The SAP error message SD_S4H_ODATA_COM_MSG005 indicates that you are trying to create a return order without specifying any items or quantities. This error typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when using the OData service to create a return order in SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the return order creation request does not include any line items or the quantities for those items. In SAP, a return order must have at least one item with a specified return quantity to be valid.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that your return order creation request includes the necessary item details. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Check the Request Payload: If you are using an OData service to create the return order, review the payload being sent in the request. Ensure that it includes:
  
  At least one item in the items array.
  A valid return quantity for each item.
  
  
  
  Add Items and Quantities: If the payload is missing items or quantities, modify it to include the required information. For example:
  {
      "returnOrder": {
          "items": [
              {
                  "material": "Material_Number",
                  "returnQuantity": "1"
              }
          ]
      }
  }
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the material numbers and quantities you are providing are valid and correspond to the items that can be returned.
  
  
  Test the Request: After making the necessary changes, test the request again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: Familiarize yourself with the OData services available in your SAP S/4HANA system for handling sales orders and returns. You can use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the services.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on creating return orders and using OData services.
  Debugging: If you continue to face issues, consider using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any additional error messages or logs that might provide more context.
  
  By ensuring that your return order creation request includes the necessary items and quantities, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create a return order.