How To Fix VL495 - Change management not active; deletion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 495

• Message text: Change management not active; deletion not possible

What causes this issue?

Change management should be deactivated for this delivery. However, the
delivery contains deleted items or is to be deleted completely. This
function is not possible for temporarily deactivated change management.

System Response

The system does not allow you to save the delivery and so does not allow
deletion of the items or document.

How to fix this error?

Do not delete the items or delivery until such times as change
management is available again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing settings if necessary. For additional information,
see <DS:SIMG.SIMG_LE_IDW_DEC_CHG>Controlling Change Management for
Deliveries</> in the Implementation Guide (IMG).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL495 - Change management not active; deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message VL495 ("Change management not active; deletion not possible") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a delivery or related document in the SAP system, but the change management functionality is not activated for the relevant document type or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete a delivery document that is linked to a sales order or when the system is configured to prevent deletions due to change management settings.
  Cause:
  
  Change Management Not Active: The system is configured in such a way that change management is not enabled for the document type you are trying to delete.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for deletion.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for deletions of certain documents when change management is not active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Change Management: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can activate change management for the relevant document type. This is typically done in the configuration settings of the SAP system (transaction SPRO).
  
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Change Management and ensure that the relevant settings are configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are trying to delete. If it is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status or take other actions (like reversing or canceling) before deletion is possible.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change configuration settings, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to review the settings and determine if change management should be activated for your processes.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible due to business rules or system settings, consider using alternative methods such as reversing the document or marking it as inactive, depending on your business requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), and SPRO (to access configuration settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to change management and delivery processing to understand the implications of enabling or disabling change management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.