How To Fix VLA322 - Delivery item & without PO reference; use inbound delivery dialog

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLA - General Output Class for Delivery

• Message number: 322

• Message text: Delivery item & without PO reference; use inbound delivery dialog

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLA322 - Delivery item & without PO reference; use inbound delivery dialog ?

  The SAP error message VLA322 indicates that there is an issue with processing a delivery item that does not have a Purchase Order (PO) reference. This typically occurs in the context of inbound deliveries, where the system expects a PO reference for the items being delivered.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing PO Reference: The delivery item is not linked to any Purchase Order, which is required for processing.
  Incorrect Delivery Type: The delivery type being used may not support items without a PO reference.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a PO reference for certain delivery types.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have inadvertently created a delivery without associating it with a PO.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VLA322 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check PO Reference: Verify if the delivery item should indeed have a PO reference. If it should, ensure that the correct PO is linked to the delivery.
  
  
  Use Inbound Delivery Dialog: If the delivery item is meant to be processed without a PO reference, you should use the inbound delivery dialog. This can typically be accessed through the SAP GUI by navigating to the appropriate transaction code (e.g., VL31N for creating inbound deliveries).
  
  
  Review Delivery Type: Ensure that the delivery type being used allows for items without a PO reference. If not, consider using a different delivery type that supports this.
  
  
  Configuration Check: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to inbound deliveries and PO references. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for deliveries without PO references if that is a valid business scenario.
  
  
  Data Entry Correction: If the delivery was created incorrectly, you may need to delete the erroneous delivery and create a new one with the correct references.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery), VL32N (Change Inbound Delivery), and VL33N (Display Inbound Delivery).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on inbound deliveries and handling PO references.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the delivery process are trained on the importance of linking deliveries to POs and the correct procedures for creating inbound deliveries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VLA322 error and successfully process your inbound deliveries.