How To Fix /SPE/VL085 - Item &1 of returns delivery &2 has not been completed yet.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/VL -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Item &1 of returns delivery &2 has not been completed yet.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/VL085 - Item &1 of returns delivery &2 has not been completed yet. ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/VL085 Item &1 of returns delivery &2 has not been completed yet typically occurs in the context of handling returns deliveries in the SAP system. This error indicates that a specific item in a returns delivery has not been fully processed or completed, which prevents further actions from being taken on that item or the delivery as a whole.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Processing: The item in the returns delivery may not have been fully processed. This could mean that the item has not been received, inspected, or put away in the system.
  Pending Actions: There may be pending actions that need to be completed, such as quality inspection or stock transfer.
  Document Status: The status of the returns delivery document may not be set to a completed state, which can happen if there are still open items or if the document is in a blocked status.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the completion of the returns delivery.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the specific item in the returns delivery. Ensure that all necessary processing steps have been completed.
  Complete Pending Actions: If there are any pending actions (like quality inspection or stock transfer), complete those actions to allow the item to be marked as completed.
  Review Document Flow: Check the document flow for the returns delivery to identify any issues or blocks that may be preventing completion.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like VL01N for creating deliveries, VL02N for changing deliveries, or VL03N for displaying deliveries) to check the details of the returns delivery and its items.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to returns processing, such as:
  
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on returns processing and handling deliveries.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the processing of returns deliveries in your specific SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.