How To Fix VA057 - Sample enclosure & with & items found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VA - Output for CAS Sales Activities

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Sample enclosure & with & items found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VA057 - Sample enclosure & with & items found ?

  The SAP error message VA057, which states "Sample enclosure & with & items found," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, particularly when dealing with sample items or special conditions related to sales documents. This error indicates that there are issues with the sample items in the sales order.
  Cause:
  
  Sample Item Configuration: The sales order may contain items that are marked as sample items, but the configuration for handling these items is not set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data for the sample items may be incomplete or not properly maintained.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not be configured to handle sample items correctly.
  Item Category: The item category for the sample items may not be set up to allow for the processing of sample items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for sample items in the sales order. Ensure that the relevant settings in the sales document type and item category are correctly defined to handle sample items.
  Review Material Master: Verify that the material master data for the sample items is complete and correctly maintained. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out, including sales-related data.
  Adjust Sales Document Type: If the sales document type does not support sample items, consider creating or modifying a document type that does.
  Item Category Settings: Check the item category settings for the sample items to ensure they are configured to allow for the processing of samples.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling sample items in sales orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to investigate the sales order in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling sample items.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check for any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the processing of sample items.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in sales and distribution (SD) to further diagnose and resolve the issue.