How To Fix VL481 - Change management switched off for this delivery, will only display

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Change management switched off for this delivery, will only display

What causes this issue?

Change management for this delivery has been switched off in the
decentralized system.

System Response

You can still process the delivery further in the decentralized system.
However, 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 VL481 - Change management switched off for this delivery, will only display ?

  The SAP error message VL481 indicates that change management is switched off for a specific delivery. This means that the system will not allow any changes to be made to the delivery document, and it will only be displayed in a read-only format. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with deliveries that have already been processed or when certain settings in the system prevent modifications.
  Cause:
  
  Change Management Settings: The change management feature may be disabled for the delivery type or for the specific delivery document.
  Delivery Status: The delivery may have already been completed or processed, making it read-only.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow changes to be made to deliveries under certain conditions.
  Document Flow: If the delivery is linked to other documents (like billing documents), it may restrict changes to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the delivery type in the SAP system. Ensure that change management is enabled if changes are required.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (to access the configuration settings).
  Navigate to: Logistics Execution > Shipping > Deliveries > Define Delivery Types and check the settings related to change management.
  
  
  
  Review Delivery Status: Check the status of the delivery document. If it has been completed or is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to create a new delivery or make adjustments to the existing one through other means (like returns or adjustments).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the delivery type and its settings.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the delivery. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Delivery), VL02N (Change Delivery), and VL03N (Display Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to VL481 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Change Management: Understand how change management works in SAP and its implications on delivery processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL481 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.