How To Fix VL249 - Check net weight

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Check net weight

What causes this issue?

The weight unit in the delivery header is valid for the gross weight as
well as the net weight.

System Response

If you make manual changes to the weight unit in delivery change mode
of the overview screens, the net weight is automatically converted to
the new weight unit.
However, if you create an outbound delivery without order reference,
the net weight cannot be converted to the new weight unit if the weight
unit was changed manually. In such a situation, the net weight could be
incorrect. There is no check to make sure the net weight is less than
the gross weight.

How to fix this error?

Check the weights in the details view of the delivery header.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL249 - Check net weight ?

  The SAP error message VL249 ("Check net weight") typically occurs during the delivery process in the SAP system, particularly when there is an issue with the net weight of the items being delivered. This error can arise for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes of VL249 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Net Weight: The net weight for the material in the delivery may be missing or incorrectly maintained in the material master data.
  
  
  Unit of Measure Issues: There may be discrepancies between the unit of measure used in the delivery and the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for weight management in the SAP system may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Delivery Item Data: The item data in the delivery may not have the required weight information filled in.
  
  
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the batch may not have the correct weight information.
  
  
  Solutions to VL249 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the "Basic Data" and "Sales Org. Data" views to ensure that the net weight is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Verify Delivery Item Data:
  
  Check the delivery item details (transaction code VL03N) to ensure that the net weight is populated correctly. If it is missing, you may need to update the delivery or the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure:
  
  Ensure that the unit of measure used in the delivery matches the unit of measure defined in the material master. If there is a mismatch, correct it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to weight management in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in SPRO (Customizing) under Logistics Execution.
  
  
  
  Batch Information:
  
  If batch management is used, check the batch details to ensure that the weight information is correctly maintained for the batch.
  
  
  
  Recreate Delivery:
  
  In some cases, if the delivery is not too complex, it may be easier to delete the problematic delivery and create a new one with the correct data.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the VL249 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on weight management and delivery processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL249 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.