How To Fix VL684 - Difference quantities missing in delivery item &1 for reason &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 684

• Message text: Difference quantities missing in delivery item &1 for reason &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL684 - Difference quantities missing in delivery item &1 for reason &2 ?

  The SAP error message VL684 ("Difference quantities missing in delivery item &1 for reason &2") typically occurs during the delivery process in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the quantities between the delivery item and the corresponding sales order or stock. The error message provides two key pieces of information: the delivery item number (&1) and the reason for the discrepancy (&2).
  Causes:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity in the delivery does not match the quantity in the sales order or the stock available.
  Partial Deliveries: If a partial delivery is attempted, the system may not have the correct settings to handle the difference in quantities.
  Stock Availability: The stock may not be available in the required quantity, leading to a difference.
  Delivery Item Status: The status of the delivery item may not allow for the processing of the difference.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that