How To Fix VL604 - The storage location is not defined for delivery item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 604

• Message text: The storage location is not defined for delivery item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL604 - The storage location is not defined for delivery item & ?

  The SAP error message VL604 indicates that the storage location is not defined for a delivery item. This typically occurs during the delivery process when the system cannot find a valid storage location for the items being delivered. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Storage Location: The storage location for the material in the delivery item is not defined in the material master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly to link the plant and storage location.
  Delivery Item Data: The delivery item may not have the necessary data filled in, such as the storage location.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions that prevent them from being assigned to a storage location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check if the storage location is defined for the relevant plant.
  Ensure that the storage location is maintained in the "Plant Data / Storage" view.
  
  
  
  Define Storage Location:
  
  If the storage location is missing, you can define it by going to the material master and adding the necessary storage location data.
  
  
  
  Check Delivery Item Data:
  
  Review the delivery item in the delivery document (transaction code VL03N) to ensure that the storage location field is populated correctly.
  If it is blank, you may need to update the delivery item with the correct storage location.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SPRO (Customizing) under Logistics Execution > Shipping > Deliveries > Define Delivery Item Categories to ensure that the item category allows for storage location assignment.
  
  
  
  Check for Material Type Restrictions:
  
  Verify if the material type has any restrictions regarding storage location assignment. You may need to adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Recreate Delivery:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider recreating the delivery after ensuring that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and delivery processing.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data and delivery documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VL604 error and successfully process the delivery. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.