How To Fix TR_AUSL004 - Delivery &1 already exists: You cannot create it again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR_AUSL - Software Delivery Composer Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Delivery &1 already exists: You cannot create it again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR_AUSL004 - Delivery &1 already exists: You cannot create it again ?

  The SAP error message TR_AUSL004 indicates that a delivery document you are trying to create already exists in the system. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to create a delivery for a sales order or another document that has already been processed or has an existing delivery associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Delivery Attempt: The most common cause is that a delivery for the specified sales order or document has already been created.
  System Error: Sometimes, a system error or a glitch may cause the system to incorrectly identify that a delivery already exists.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an issue with the data being entered, such as incorrect sales order numbers or other identifiers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Deliveries: 
  
  Go to the delivery document overview (transaction code VL03N) and check if a delivery for the same sales order or document already exists.
  If it does, you can view or process that delivery instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order: 
  
  Check the sales order (transaction code VA03) to see if it has already been fully delivered or if there are any partial deliveries that have been completed.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like VL02N (Change Delivery) or VL03N (Display Delivery) to manage existing deliveries.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: 
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the delivery, consult with colleagues or team members who may have worked on the same sales order or delivery.
  
  
  
  System Check: 
  
  If you suspect a system error, you may need to contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator to check for any inconsistencies in the database or system logs.
  
  
  
  Error Handling: 
  
  If you believe the error is due to a system issue, you may need to report it to SAP support for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Delivery), VL02N (Change Delivery), VL03N (Display Delivery), and VA03 (Display Sales Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to delivery processing to understand the workflow and requirements for creating deliveries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TR_AUSL004 error and proceed with your delivery processing in SAP.