How To Fix VL030 - Item & is incomplete - maintain sales order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Item & is incomplete - maintain sales order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL030 - Item & is incomplete - maintain sales order ?

  The SAP error message VL030 ("Item & is incomplete - maintain sales order") typically occurs during the delivery process when the system detects that certain required fields in the sales order are not filled out or are incomplete. This can prevent the creation of a delivery for the sales order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields in the sales order are not filled out. This could include fields like delivery date, shipping point, or item details.
  Incomplete Item Details: Specific item details such as quantity, pricing, or material information may be missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the sales order or delivery process in the system.
  Status of Sales Order: The sales order may be in a status that does not allow for delivery creation (e.g., blocked or incomplete).
  Custom Fields: If there are custom fields that are marked as required but not filled out, this can also trigger the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Sales Order: Go to the sales order in question and review all the item details. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  Transaction Code: VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  
  
  Complete Incomplete Items: If any items are marked as incomplete, you can complete them by editing the sales order.
  
  Transaction Code: VA02 (Change Sales Order)
  
  
  Review Item Status: Check the status of the items in the sales order. Ensure that they are not blocked or in a status that prevents delivery.
  Check Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the sales order and delivery processes are set up correctly.
  Custom Fields: If there are custom fields that are required, ensure that they are populated as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit sales orders and deliveries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on sales order processing and delivery creation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the VL030 error message.