How To Fix VL037 - Item &: delivery split because of different shipping points

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Item &: delivery split because of different shipping points

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system issues this message if a delivery split is necessary.
Parts of this text can be copied from message VL014
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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL037 - Item &: delivery split because of different shipping points ?

  The SAP error message VL037 indicates that a delivery split has occurred due to different shipping points for the items in a delivery. This typically happens when items in a sales order or delivery are assigned to different shipping points, which means they cannot be delivered together in a single delivery document.
  Cause:
  
  
  Different Shipping Points: The most common cause of this error is that the items in the delivery are assigned to different shipping points. This can happen if:
  
  The items come from different plants or storage locations.
  The shipping point is determined based on the material master data or the sales order configuration.
  The delivery is created for items that have different shipping conditions or delivery routes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how shipping points are determined, which can lead to unexpected splits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shipping Points: Review the shipping points assigned to each item in the delivery. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the sales order or delivery document and checking the item details.
  Verifying the shipping point in the material master data for each item.
  
  
  
  Consolidate Items: If possible, consolidate items that have different shipping points into separate deliveries. This may involve creating multiple delivery documents for the same sales order.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the delivery split is not desired, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system. This could involve:
  
  Changing the shipping point determination logic.
  Ensuring that items that should be shipped together are assigned to the same shipping point.
  
  
  
  Consult with Logistics Team: Work with your logistics or supply chain team to understand the business requirements and whether the current setup aligns with those needs.
  
  
  Use Delivery Grouping: If applicable, consider using delivery grouping functionality to group items with the same shipping point together.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to view and manage deliveries.
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) for shipping point assignments.
  Sales Order: Review the sales order (transaction code VA03) to see how items are configured and assigned to shipping points.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios related to delivery splits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL037 error and implement a solution to address it.