How To Fix SLS_TEMPLATE039 - Item &1 has no material or EAN/UPC defined: Delivery date is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_TEMPLATE - Messages for sales template

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Item &1 has no material or EAN/UPC defined: Delivery date is ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE039 - Item &1 has no material or EAN/UPC defined: Delivery date is ignored ?

  The SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE039 indicates that there is an issue with a sales order item where no material number or EAN/UPC (European Article Number/Universal Product Code) is defined. As a result, the system cannot process the delivery date for that item, leading to the error.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The item in the sales order does not have a valid material number assigned to it.
  Missing EAN/UPC: If the item is defined by EAN/UPC instead of a material number, and this information is missing, the system will also trigger this error.
  Incorrect Item Configuration: The item may not be properly configured in the system, leading to missing or incorrect data.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, resulting in the omission of the material or EAN/UPC.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Details: Review the sales order item details to ensure that a valid material number or EAN/UPC is assigned.
  Update Material Master: If the material is not defined in the material master, you will need to create or update the material master record with the necessary information.
  Verify EAN/UPC: If the item is supposed to be identified by EAN/UPC, ensure that the correct EAN/UPC is entered in the system.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to a data entry mistake, correct the entry in the sales order.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling sales order items to ensure compliance with data requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or VA02 (Change Sales Order) to make the necessary updates.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate, including all relevant fields for sales and distribution.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data or sales orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By addressing the missing material or EAN/UPC, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with processing the sales order.