How To Fix VL477 - Delivery was split in decentralized WMS, will only display

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Delivery was split in decentralized WMS, will only display

What causes this issue?

The delivery was distributed to the decentralized Warehouse Management
System and was subsequently split there.

System Response

You can still process the delivery and its split partial deliveries in
the decentralized system. You can only display the document in the
central system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL477 - Delivery was split in decentralized WMS, will only display ?

  The SAP error message VL477 indicates that a delivery has been split in a decentralized Warehouse Management System (WMS) and will only display the relevant information for the specific delivery that is being processed. This typically occurs when the delivery cannot be processed as a single unit due to various reasons, such as different storage locations, handling units, or other logistical constraints.
  Causes of VL477 Error
  
  
  Decentralized WMS Configuration: The system is set up to use a decentralized WMS, which means that the delivery process is managed separately from the main SAP system.
  
  
  Delivery Split: The delivery may have been split due to:
  
  Different storage locations for items.
  Different handling units or packaging.
  Different shipping points or routes.
  Quantity limitations or restrictions on certain items.
  
  
  
  Incompatibility of Items: Items in the delivery may have different characteristics that prevent them from being processed together, such as different batch numbers, expiration dates, or product types.
  
  
  Solutions to VL477 Error
  
  
  Check Delivery Details: Review the delivery document to understand how it has been split. Look for items that may be causing the split and check their characteristics.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the split is not desired, consider adjusting the configuration of the decentralized WMS or the delivery process to allow for combined deliveries where possible.
  
  
  Recreate Delivery: If the split is not acceptable, you may need to recreate the delivery to ensure that all items can be processed together.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling decentralized WMS configurations and delivery processing.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Decentralized WMS: Understand how decentralized WMS operates within your SAP environment and the implications for delivery processing.
  
  
  Delivery Management: Familiarize yourself with the delivery management processes in SAP, including how deliveries are created, processed, and managed.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling the VL477 error.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the delivery process are trained on the implications of decentralized WMS and how to manage deliveries effectively.
  
  
  By understanding the causes and solutions for the VL477 error, you can take appropriate steps to resolve the issue and improve your delivery processing in SAP.