How To Fix VL258 - Transaction &1 is outdated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Transaction &1 is outdated

What causes this issue?

The transaction you called up (&V1&) is outdated.

How to fix this error?

SAP recommends using the following transactions for delivery processing
instead:
Outbound deliveries
<DS:TRAN.VL01N>VL01N</> Create outbound delivery with order reference
<DS:TRAN.VL01NO>VL01NO</> Create outbound delivery without order
reference
<DS:TRAN.VL02N>VL02N</> Change outbound delivery
<DS:TRAN.VL03N>VL03N</> Display outbound delivery
Inbound deliveries
<DS:TRAN.VL31N>VL31N</> Create inbound delivery
<DS:TRAN.VL32N>VL32N</> Change inbound delivery
<DS:TRAN.VL33N>VL33N</> Display inbound delivery
You can also reach the above transactions by way of the SAP Easy Access
navigational window.

Procedure for System Administrators

Transaction &V1& is still supported in order to keep existing batch
inputs with this transaction functional.
You can find more information on this subject in the
<DS:RELN.LE_46A_SHP_ENJOYLIEF>release information
</> about the new delivery dialog and in SAP Note 491875.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL258 - Transaction &1 is outdated ?

  The SAP error message VL258, which states "Transaction &1 is outdated," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with delivery documents. This error indicates that the transaction you are trying to process is no longer valid or has been superseded by a more recent transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Outdated Document: The delivery document you are trying to access or process has been marked as outdated, possibly due to changes in the underlying data or business processes.
  Document Deletion: The document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for further processing.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate the validity period of certain transactions.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database that lead to the system recognizing the transaction as outdated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the delivery document in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., VL03N for display delivery) and checking if the document is still valid.
  Use Updated Document: If the document has been superseded, locate the new or updated document that should be used instead.
  Consult with IT Support: If you believe the document should still be valid, consult your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any potential issues with document archiving or deletion.
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to document validity periods in the SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Recreate the Document: If the document is indeed outdated and cannot be used, you may need to recreate it based on the latest data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and process the delivery documents in question.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.