How To Fix VL115 - Delivery type & does not need to refer to an order

VL115 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Delivery type & does not need to refer to an order

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VL115 - Details

• The SAP error message VL115 ("Delivery type & does not need to refer to an order") typically occurs when you are trying to create a delivery for a delivery type that is not configured to require a reference to a sales order or another document. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating outbound deliveries in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Delivery Type Configuration: The delivery type you are using is configured in the system to not require a reference to an order. This is common for certain delivery types that are meant for direct deliveries or stock transfers.
  Incorrect Delivery Type: You may be using a delivery type that is not appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Missing Configuration: The delivery type may not be properly configured in the system settings, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for delivery types in SAP (Transaction code: