How To Fix VLA076 - Inbound delivery &1 is not deleted yet; Cancellation not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLA - General Output Class for Delivery

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Inbound delivery &1 is not deleted yet; Cancellation not possible

What causes this issue?

The outbound delivery is part of a 2-step stock transfer. The goods
issue cannot be cancelled until the following inbound delivery &V1& has
been deleted.

System Response

It is not possible to cancel the goods issue.

How to fix this error?

Call the <DS:TRAN.VL32N>change transaction</> for the inbound delivery
&V1& and delete the document.
If the inbound delivery contains handling units, they must first be
deleted if Handling Unit Management is not active in your system. If
Handling Unit Management is active, you must undo the assignment of the
handling units to the inbound delivery in the packing transaction before
the document can be deleted. In this step, the handling units are
reassigned to the previous outbound delivery.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLA076 - Inbound delivery &1 is not deleted yet; Cancellation not possible ?

  The SAP error message VLA076 indicates that an inbound delivery cannot be deleted because it has not yet been canceled. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with inbound deliveries in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Logistics Execution (LE) modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete an inbound delivery that is still active or has not been properly canceled. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Pending Processes: There may be open processes related to the inbound delivery, such as goods receipts or stock transfers that have not been completed.
  Document Status: The inbound delivery may be in a status that does not allow for deletion, such as being partially processed or having associated documents.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may prevent the deletion of inbound deliveries under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error and successfully delete the inbound delivery, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the inbound delivery. Ensure that there are no pending processes or associated documents that need to be addressed first.
  
  
  Cancel the Inbound Delivery:
  
  Navigate to the transaction for canceling inbound deliveries (e.g., using transaction code VL02N to change the inbound delivery).
  Attempt to cancel the inbound delivery. If successful, you can then proceed to delete it.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documents: Check for any related documents (such as goods receipts or stock transfers) that may be linked to the inbound delivery. These need to be processed or canceled before you can delete the inbound delivery.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes to check the status and details of the inbound delivery:
  
  VL03N to display the inbound delivery.
  VL02N to change or cancel the inbound delivery.
  MB51 to check for any material documents related to the inbound delivery.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They may have access to additional tools or logs that can help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to inbound deliveries, cancellation processes, and deletion procedures to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Training: If you frequently encounter issues with inbound deliveries, consider additional training on SAP logistics processes to better understand the workflow and system behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the VLA076 error and manage your inbound deliveries effectively.