How To Fix VL223 - Batch split item & can only be deleted with delivery quantity 0

VL223 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Batch split item & can only be deleted with delivery quantity 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL223 - Batch split item & can only be deleted with delivery quantity 0 ?

  The SAP error message VL223 ("Batch split item & can only be deleted with delivery quantity 0") typically occurs when you are trying to delete a batch split item from a delivery document, but the delivery quantity for that item is not zero. This is a common issue when dealing with batch management in SAP, particularly in the context of outbound deliveries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Zero Delivery Quantity: The primary cause of this error is that the batch split item you are trying to delete has a delivery quantity greater than zero. SAP does not allow the deletion of batch split items that are still associated with a quantity that is being delivered.
  Batch Management: The system enforces strict controls on batch management to ensure that inventory and batch tracking remain accurate.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Delivery Quantity: Verify the delivery quantity for the batch split item in question. You can