How To Fix VL301 - Delivery type & requires a reference to a project

VL301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Delivery type & requires a reference to a project

What causes this issue?

Delivery type &V1& can only be created with reference to a project.

How to fix this error?

Choose a delivery type that does not require reference to a project or
enter an order number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL301 - Delivery type & requires a reference to a project ?

  The SAP error message VL301 indicates that a delivery type requires a reference to a project. This typically occurs in the context of project-related deliveries, where certain delivery types are configured to require a project reference for proper processing.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create a delivery using a delivery type that is configured to require a project reference, but no project reference has been provided. This is common in scenarios where the delivery is linked to a project (e.g., in project-based manufacturing or construction).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VL301 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Delivery Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the delivery type in transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Delivery > Define Delivery Types.
  Check the settings for the specific delivery type you are using. Ensure that it is correctly configured to require a project reference.
  
  
  
  Provide a Project Reference:
  
  When creating the delivery, ensure