How To Fix UPS182 - Status &1 is not intended for direction &2 of the distribution packet

UPS182 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS - ALE Distribution Packet

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Status &1 is not intended for direction &2 of the distribution packet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS182 - Status &1 is not intended for direction &2 of the distribution packet ?

  The SAP error message UPS182 indicates that there is a mismatch between the status of a distribution packet and the direction in which it is being processed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's distribution and logistics processes, particularly when dealing with the distribution of materials or data across different systems or locations.
  
  Cause:
  The error message UPS182 is triggered when:
  
  The status of the distribution packet (e.g., "In Process," "Completed," "Cancelled") does not align with the expected status for the specified direction (e.g., "Outbound," "Inbound") of the distribution packet.
  There may be an attempt to process a packet that is not in a valid state for the requested operation, such as trying to send a packet that is already completed or cancelled.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPS182 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Distribution Packet:
  
  Review the current status of the distribution packet in question. You can do this by navigating to