How To Fix VG550 - Parameters are incorrect (segment &, item &, sched.line &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VG - EDI Messages in SD

• Message number: 550

• Message text: Parameters are incorrect (segment &, item &, sched.line &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VG550 - Parameters are incorrect (segment &, item &, sched.line &) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VG550 - Parameters are incorrect (segment &, item &, sched.line &)
  
  Cause:
  The error message VG550 typically occurs during the creation or processing of a delivery document in SAP (e.g., outbound delivery, transfer order, or shipment). It indicates that the system has detected incorrect or inconsistent parameters related to the delivery document's item data, specifically in the segment, item, or schedule line.
  Common causes include:
  
  Inconsistent or missing data in the delivery document's item or schedule line.
  Incorrect or incomplete reference to preceding documents (e.g., sales order, purchase order).
  Data mismatch between the delivery document and the source document.
  Incorrect or missing configuration in the delivery item category or schedule line category.
  Problems with copy control settings that transfer data from sales order to delivery.
  Custom enhancements or user exits modifying delivery data incorrectly.
  Issues with batch or serial number assignment or other item-specific parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VG550 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the detailed error log:
  
  Use transaction VL02N or the relevant delivery transaction.
  Look at the exact segment, item, and schedule line numbers mentioned in the error message.
  Identify which data is causing the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Verify the source document data:
  
  Check the sales order or purchase order referenced by the delivery.
  Ensure that the item and schedule line data are complete and consistent.
  
  
  
  Check copy control settings:
  
  Use transaction VTFL (Copy Control for Delivery) to verify the copying rules from sales order to delivery.
  Ensure that the item categories and schedule line categories are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review item category and schedule line category configuration:
  
  Use transactions VOV7 (Item category) and VOV8 (Schedule line category).
  Confirm that the categories allow delivery creation and that the parameters are consistent.
  
  
  
  Check for batch or serial number issues:
  
  If batch or serial numbers are involved, verify that they are correctly assigned and valid.
  
  
  
  Debug or check user exits/enhancements:
  
  If custom code modifies delivery data, debug to ensure it does not cause inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Recreate the delivery document:
  
  Sometimes deleting and recreating the delivery document after correcting the source data resolves the issue.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  VL01N / VL02N / VL03N – Create / Change / Display Delivery
  VTFL – Copy Control for Delivery
  VOV7 – Maintain Item Categories
  VOV8 – Maintain Schedule Line Categories
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to VG550 for specific patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  Common scenarios:
  
  VG550 often appears when delivery creation fails due to data inconsistencies.
  It can also occur in integration scenarios, e.g., when delivery is created from a sales order with incomplete or incorrect data.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  VG550 indicates incorrect parameters in delivery document segments, items, or schedule lines, usually due to inconsistent or incomplete data. The solution involves verifying source documents, copy control, item and schedule line categories, and correcting any data inconsistencies before recreating or processing the delivery.
  
  If you provide the exact context or document type where the error occurs, I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.