How To Fix VL003 - Transaction & cannot be delivered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Transaction & cannot be delivered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL003 - Transaction & cannot be delivered ?

  The SAP error message VL003 ("Transaction & cannot be delivered") typically occurs in the context of the delivery process in the SAP system, particularly when trying to create or process a delivery for a sales order or other related documents. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the delivery from being created or processed.
  Causes of VL003 Error
  
  
  Incomplete Sales Order: The sales order may not be fully processed or may have missing information, such as missing items or incomplete data.
  
  
  Stock Availability: There may not be enough stock available to fulfill the delivery. This can happen if the stock is reserved for other orders or if there is no stock available at all.
  
  
  Delivery Block: The sales order or the delivery may have a delivery block set, which prevents the delivery from being created.
  
  
  Shipping Point Issues: The shipping point may not be correctly configured or may not be available for the delivery.
  
  
  Document Flow Issues: There may be issues with the document flow, such as the sales order not being in a status that allows for delivery.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the delivery process, such as settings in the shipping or sales area.
  
  
  Solutions to VL003 Error
  
  
  Check Sales Order: Review the sales order for completeness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the order is in a status that allows for delivery.
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the items in the sales order. Use transaction codes like MMBE to check stock availability.
  
  
  Review Delivery Blocks: Check if there are any delivery blocks on the sales order or delivery. You can do this by reviewing the sales order in transaction VA03 and looking for any blocks.
  
  
  Verify Shipping Point: Ensure that the shipping point is correctly assigned and configured. Check the shipping point settings in the configuration.
  
  
  Check Document Flow: Use transaction VA03 to check the document flow for the sales order and ensure that all preceding documents (like quotations or contracts) are in the correct status.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to deliveries and shipping.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), VA03 (Display Sales Order), and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the VL003 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process deliveries.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL003 error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.