How To Fix V4036 - No old schedule lines existed to be copied.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No old schedule lines existed to be copied.

What causes this issue?

In the electronic data interchange (EDI), you made settings to transfer
old delivery schedules. However, there are none available.

When planning, you set the indicator for transferring old delivery
schedules in the IDoc. There are none available, however.

System Response

The system generates a warning message.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V4036 - No old schedule lines existed to be copied. ?

  The SAP error message V4036, "No old schedule lines existed to be copied," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when trying to copy or transfer schedule lines from one document to another, such as from a sales order to a delivery or from a sales order to a billing document. This error indicates that the system could not find any existing schedule lines in the source document that could be copied to the target document.
  Causes:
  
  No Schedule Lines Present: The source document (e.g., sales order) does not have any schedule lines defined. This could happen if the order was created without specifying delivery dates or quantities.
  Document Status: The source document may be in a status that does not allow for copying of schedule lines (e.g., it may be completed or canceled).
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not support the copying of schedule lines.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the source document that prevent the copying process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Schedule Lines: Verify that the source document has valid schedule lines. You can do this by checking the sales order or relevant document in the SAP system.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the source document is in a status that allows for copying. If it is completed or canceled, you may need to create a new document or adjust the status.
  Correct Document Type: Make sure you are using the correct document type that supports the copying of schedule lines.
  Recreate Schedule Lines: If there are no schedule lines, you may need to manually create them in the source document before attempting to copy.
  Check for Data Issues: Look for any data inconsistencies or missing information in the source document that could be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) to check the details of the sales order and its schedule lines.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on sales order processing and schedule line management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Sales and Distribution module.