How To Fix VL307 - Delivery type &1 requires reference to a manufacturing order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Delivery type &1 requires reference to a manufacturing order

What causes this issue?

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

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL307 - Delivery type &1 requires reference to a manufacturing order ?

  The SAP error message VL307 indicates that a delivery type requires a reference to a manufacturing order. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and supply chain management when trying to create a delivery for a product that is manufactured to order.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Delivery Type Configuration: The delivery type you are using is configured to require a reference to a manufacturing order (production order) but the system does not find one.
  Missing Production Order: The item you are trying to deliver is linked to a production order that has not been created or is not properly referenced in the delivery.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category in the delivery may not be set up correctly to allow for the delivery of manufactured items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VL307 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 > Deliveries > Define Delivery Types.
  Ensure that the delivery type you are using is correctly configured to handle manufacturing orders.
  
  
  
  Create or Reference a Production Order:
  
  Ensure that a production order exists for the item you are trying to deliver.
  If it does not exist, create a production order using transaction code CO01 (Create Production Order).
  If it exists, ensure that it is properly referenced in the delivery.
  
  
  
  Check Item Category:
  
  Verify the item category in the delivery document.
  Ensure that it is set up to allow for the delivery of manufactured items. You can check this in the item details of the delivery.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the item being delivered to ensure it is set up correctly for production and delivery.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  CO01: Create Production Order
  SPRO: Access SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to your version of SAP.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create deliveries and production orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VL307 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.