How To Fix VL237 - Open picking requests for dlv. item (batch determination not possible)

VL237 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Open picking requests for dlv. item (batch determination not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL237 - Open picking requests for dlv. item (batch determination not possible) ?

  The SAP error message VL237 ("Open picking requests for delivery item (batch determination not possible)") typically occurs during the delivery process when the system is unable to determine a batch for a delivery item due to open picking requests. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Open Picking Requests: There are open picking requests for the delivery item that have not been processed or completed. This can prevent the system from determining a batch.
  Batch Management Settings: The batch management settings for the material may not be configured correctly, or the batch determination procedure may not be set up properly.
  Stock Availability: There may not be sufficient stock available in the specified batch to fulfill the picking request.
  Batch Status: The batch may be in a status that does not allow it to be used for picking (e.g., blocked, expired).
  Delivery Item Configuration: The delivery item