How To Fix VL649 - Delivery &1 contains items from delivery &2 (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Delivery &1 contains items from delivery &2 (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Inconsistencies were discovered in the documents as goods movement was
posted. Items from another delivery were found in the delivery
document.

System Response

The system terminates processing in order to avoid inconsistencies in
the database.

How to fix this error?

Make a note of the activities that led to this error message and inform
your system administrator of them.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL649 - Delivery &1 contains items from delivery &2 (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message VL649 indicates that there is a conflict with the delivery items in the context of a delivery document. Specifically, it means that the delivery you are trying to process (Delivery &1) contains items that are also present in another delivery (Delivery &2). This situation typically arises when there are overlapping items between two deliveries, which can occur due to various reasons such as incorrect delivery creation, system errors, or manual mistakes.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Items: The same items are included in multiple deliveries, which is not allowed in the system.
  Incorrect Delivery Creation: Items may have been mistakenly added to more than one delivery.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that are causing this issue, such as settings related to delivery processing or item handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Deliveries: Check both delivery documents (Delivery &1 and Delivery &2) to identify the overlapping items. You can do this by comparing the item lists in both deliveries.
  Adjust Deliveries: 
  
  If the items are indeed duplicated, you will need to decide which delivery should contain the items and remove them from the other delivery.
  You can either delete the items from one of the deliveries or create a new delivery that correctly reflects the intended distribution of items.
  
  
  Check for Errors: Ensure that there are no errors in the delivery creation process that might have led to this situation. Review the logs or messages for any additional information.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to proceed, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on handling delivery documents.
  System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration related to delivery processing to prevent future occurrences.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to view the details of the deliveries.
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific instructions on how to resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates to resolve underlying issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your technical team or SAP support for further investigation.