How To Fix /SPE/RET115 - Deliveries &1 and &2 cannot be combined due to different header data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/RET -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Deliveries &1 and &2 cannot be combined due to different header data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/RET115 - Deliveries &1 and &2 cannot be combined due to different header data ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/RET115 Deliveries &1 and &2 cannot be combined due to different header data typically occurs in the context of logistics and delivery processing. This error indicates that two delivery documents cannot be combined into a single delivery due to discrepancies in their header data. The header data may include information such as:
  
  Delivery dates
  Shipping points
  Sold-to party
  Ship-to party
  Delivery type
  Payment terms
  Incoterms
  
  Causes
  
  Different Shipping Points: The deliveries may originate from different shipping points, which prevents them from being combined.
  Different Sold-to or Ship-to Parties: If the deliveries are associated with different customers or locations, they cannot be merged.
  Different Delivery Dates: If the deliveries have different delivery dates, this can also lead to this error.
  Different Delivery Types: Deliveries with different types (e.g., standard delivery vs. return delivery) cannot be combined.
  Inconsistent Header Information: Any other discrepancies in the header data that are not compatible for combination.
  
  Solutions
  
  Review Header Data: Check the header data of both deliveries to identify the differences. You can do this by navigating to the delivery documents in SAP and comparing their details.
  Adjust Deliveries: If possible, adjust the header data of one of the deliveries to match the other. This may involve changing the shipping point, delivery date, or other relevant fields.
  Create Separate Deliveries: If the differences cannot be reconciled, consider processing the deliveries separately instead of trying to combine them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling delivery combinations to ensure compliance with business processes.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to view and modify delivery documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits and Enhancements: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented in your SAP system that affects how deliveries are processed. Review any user exits or enhancements that may be relevant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.