How To Fix VL418 - Storage location &: warehouse number does not match existing header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Storage location &: warehouse number does not match existing header

What causes this issue?

The selected storage location leads to a warehouse number that does not
match the current delivery header. The current header is for a single
warehouse number or there are items in the delivery that cannot be
divided up among selveral delivery headers because of their warehouse
number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL418 - Storage location &: warehouse number does not match existing header ?

  The SAP error message VL418 ("Storage location &: warehouse number does not match existing header") typically occurs during the processing of outbound deliveries or goods movements when there is a mismatch between the storage location and the warehouse number defined in the delivery header.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The storage location specified in the delivery does not correspond to the warehouse number defined in the delivery header. This can happen if the storage location is not assigned to the warehouse number in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong storage location or warehouse number is being used.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material, storage location, or warehouse may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Storage Location and Warehouse Number:
  
  Go to the delivery document in question and check the storage location and warehouse number in the header and item details.
  Ensure that the storage location is correctly assigned to the warehouse number in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Integration with Other Applications > Define Storage Locations.
  Ensure that the storage location is correctly assigned to the warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant material to ensure that the storage location is correctly set up.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and verify the storage location settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Delivery Document:
  
  If the delivery document is incorrect, you may need to adjust it by changing the storage location or creating a new delivery with the correct details.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or functional consultant for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Access Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on warehouse management and delivery processing.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the delivery processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the VL418 error in SAP.