How To Fix /SPE/DIRDLV002 - Mandatory partner ship-to party is missing

/SPE/DIRDLV002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/DIRDLV -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Mandatory partner ship-to party is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/DIRDLV002 - Mandatory partner ship-to party is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/DIRDLV002 Mandatory partner ship-to party is missing typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) or Logistics processes when a required partner function, specifically the "ship-to party," is not specified in the relevant document (such as a sales order, delivery, or shipment).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The ship-to party is not defined in the document. This can happen if the customer master data is incomplete or if the partner function is not assigned correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of partner functions in the system, leading to the ship-to party not being recognized or assigned.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be set up to require a ship-to party, or it may be incorrectly configured.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation of the document, the user may have overlooked entering the ship-to party.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partner Functions: Ensure that the ship-to party is