How To Fix VL096 - Order is incomplete - maintain the order

VL096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Order is incomplete - maintain the order

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VL096 - Details

• The SAP error message VL096 ("Order is incomplete - maintain the order") typically occurs during the processing of delivery documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that there are missing or incomplete details in the sales order or delivery that need to be addressed before the delivery can be processed further.
  Causes of VL096 Error
  
  
  Missing Data: Certain required fields in the sales order or delivery document are not filled out. This could include missing shipping information, payment terms, or other critical data.
  
  
  Incomplete Item Data: Items in the order may be incomplete, such as missing quantities, material numbers, or other item-specific details.
  
  
  Status Issues: The order may be in a status that does not allow for delivery processing, such as being on hold or not fully confirmed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require certain fields to be filled out for the order to be considered complete.
  
  
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