How To Fix VL014 - Item &: delivery split because the partners are different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Item &: delivery split because the partners are different

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& cannot be shipped in the same delivery with the other items in
the document because the partner data is different.

System Response

The system issues this message if a delivery split is necessary.
Parts of this text can be copied from message VL033
This message either appears in the collective processing log or during
creation of outbound deliveries from projects or for subcontracting. It
informs you that the item specified will be shipped in a delivery other
than the delivery that includes the other items from the same document.
If there was a general problem with shipment of the delivery, a
different message appears.
If this message appears when you are creating an outbound delivery with
reference to a sales order in the foreground, it indicates that the
order item cannot be shipped with the current outbound delivery.

How to fix this error?

If this message appears when you are creating an outbound delivery for a
sales order, you have to create an individual delivery for the same
sales order to ensure that all items will be shipped.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can control when this error message is issued. Define in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLSDOVM1>Customizing</> when this message should
appear.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL014 - Item &: delivery split because the partners are different ?

  The SAP error message VL014 ("Item &: delivery split because the partners are different") typically occurs during the delivery process when there are discrepancies in the partner information for the items being processed in a delivery. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when different items in the same delivery have different sold-to parties, ship-to parties, or other partner functions.
  Cause:
  
  Different Partner Functions: The items in the delivery may have different partner functions (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, payer) assigned to them.
  Sales Order Differences: If the items in the delivery originate from different sales orders that have different partner information, SAP will split the delivery to maintain consistency in partner data.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for customers or vendors that lead to different partner assignments for the items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partner Functions: Review the partner functions for each item in the delivery. Ensure that they are consistent across all items. You can do this by checking the sales order or delivery document.
  Consolidate Orders: If the items come from different sales orders, consider consolidating them into a single order with the same partner information if possible.
  Adjust Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is consistent and correctly set up. This includes checking the sold-to party, ship-to party, and payer information.
  Delivery Creation: If the delivery must be split due to legitimate differences in partner information, accept the split and process the deliveries separately.
  Customizing Settings: In some cases, you may need to adjust the customizing settings in SAP to allow for specific scenarios where deliveries can be combined despite different partners, but this should be done with caution and typically requires a thorough understanding of the business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to check the delivery details.
  Partner Determination: Review the partner determination procedure in the sales document to understand how partners are assigned.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to delivery splits and partner functions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for more detailed information on partner functions and delivery processing.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes of the VL014 error, you can effectively resolve the issue and ensure smoother delivery processing in SAP.