How To Fix VL769 - No item selected (first item will be processed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 769

• Message text: No item selected (first item will be processed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL769 - No item selected (first item will be processed) ?

  The SAP error message VL769 ("No item selected (first item will be processed)") typically occurs in the context of outbound delivery processing, particularly when you are trying to process or confirm deliveries in the SAP system. This message indicates that the system did not find any items selected for processing, and as a result, it defaults to processing the first item in the list.
  Causes:
  
  No Items Selected: The most straightforward cause is that no items were selected for processing in the outbound delivery screen.
  Selection Criteria: If you are using selection criteria to filter items, it’s possible that none of the items meet the criteria, leading to no items being selected.
  Delivery Status: The items in the delivery may not be in a status that allows them to be processed (e.g., they may already be fully delivered or canceled).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select or process certain items.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that affect how items are selected or processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select Items Manually: Ensure that you manually select the items you want to process in the outbound delivery screen before executing the action.
  Check Selection Criteria: Review any filters or selection criteria you are using to ensure they are set correctly and that they include the items you want to process.
  Review Delivery Status: Check the status of the items in the delivery. If they are not eligible for processing, you may need to resolve any issues with their status.
  User Authorization: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to process the items. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configuration settings that may affect item selection in your environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to outbound delivery, such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select items in the outbound delivery process to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.