How To Fix /SPE/VL025 - The delivery date cannot be changed in the EWM system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/VL -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: The delivery date cannot be changed in the EWM system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/VL025 - The delivery date cannot be changed in the EWM system ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/VL025 indicates that the delivery date cannot be changed in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises when there are restrictions or conditions that prevent the modification of the delivery date for a specific delivery document.
  Causes:
  
  Status of the Delivery: The delivery may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, if the delivery has already been picked, packed, or shipped, the system may restrict changes to the delivery date.
  Integration Issues: If the delivery is integrated with other systems (like SAP ERP), there may be synchronization issues that prevent changes from being made in EWM.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in EWM or the underlying SAP system may restrict changes to delivery dates.
  Document Flow: If there are subsequent documents (like invoices or billing documents) that depend on the delivery, changes to the delivery date may be restricted.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the delivery date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delivery Status: Verify the status of the delivery. If it is already processed (picked, packed, etc.), you may need to reverse those actions before changing the delivery date.
  Review Integration Settings: Ensure that the integration between EWM and other systems (like SAP ERP) is functioning correctly. Check for any errors in the integration logs.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP Basis or EWM configuration team to review the settings related to delivery date changes. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow changes under certain conditions.
  Document Flow Check: Investigate if there are any dependent documents that are preventing the change. If so, you may need to adjust or reverse those documents first.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the delivery. If not, the user may need to contact their system administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling delivery date changes in EWM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM and SAP ERP that may help in troubleshooting or managing deliveries (e.g., /SCWM/PRDI for delivery processing).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to EWM and delivery processing for best practices and guidelines on managing delivery dates.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.