How To Fix V4002 - The delivery entered does not exist in the document flow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V4 - Nachrichten Verkauf (Variable Meldungen und EDI-Meldungen)

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The delivery entered does not exist in the document flow

What causes this issue?

You have entered the delivery note number for the last delivery note
posted for this customer. Because it could not be found in the document
flow, it is impossible to find an exact starting point for cumulative
quantity determination.

System Response

The system does not except the entry or generates a warning message.

How to fix this error?

Please check to see whether the delivery note number was entered
correctly or select a delivery note number available in the document
flow.
Please remember that correct starting point for the cumulative quantity
determination is necessary in determining the correct delivery
quantity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V4002 - The delivery entered does not exist in the document flow ?

  The SAP error message V4002, "The delivery entered does not exist in the document flow," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes when there is an attempt to reference a delivery document that the system cannot find in the expected document flow. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of billing documents, goods issues, or when trying to process deliveries.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Delivery Number: The delivery number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Delivery Not Created: The delivery document may not have been created yet or may have been deleted.
  Document Flow Issues: There may be issues in the document flow where the delivery is not linked correctly to the sales order or other related documents.
  Status of Delivery: The delivery may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it is not fully picked or packed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the delivery.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Delivery Number: Check the delivery number entered for any typos or errors. Ensure that it is the correct number.
  Check Delivery Creation: Confirm that the delivery has been created in the system. You can do this by using transaction code VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to see if the delivery exists.
  Review Document Flow: Use transaction code VA03 (Display Sales Order) to check the document flow and ensure that the delivery is linked to the correct sales order.
  Check Delivery Status: Ensure that the delivery is in a status that allows processing. If it is not fully processed, complete the necessary steps (e.g., picking, packing).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the delivery. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Recreate Delivery: If the delivery was deleted or not created, you may need to recreate it based on the sales order.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), VA03 (Display Sales Order), and VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on document flow and delivery processing in the Sales and Distribution module.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Sales and Distribution.