How To Fix VLBAPI021 - No deliveries with serial numbers found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLBAPI - Output Texts for Delivery BAPIs

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No deliveries with serial numbers found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLBAPI021 - No deliveries with serial numbers found ?

  The SAP error message VLBAPI021: No deliveries with serial numbers found typically occurs in the context of handling deliveries and serial numbers in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system could not find any deliveries associated with the specified serial numbers during a process, such as a goods movement or inventory management operation.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Serial Number: The serial number entered may not exist in the system or may not be associated with any delivery.
  Delivery Not Created: There may not be any deliveries created for the items with the specified serial numbers.
  Status of Delivery: The delivery might be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., already completed or canceled).
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the master data related to the serial numbers or deliveries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the deliveries associated with the serial numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Serial Number: Check the serial number entered for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly formatted and exists in the system.
  Check Deliveries: Use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Delivery) to check if there are any deliveries associated with the serial number. If no deliveries exist, you may need to create them.
  Review Delivery Status: Ensure that the delivery is in a status that allows processing. If it is completed or canceled, you may need to create a new delivery.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the material master and serial number profiles are correctly set up and that the serial numbers are properly assigned to the materials.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the deliveries and serial numbers.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or error logs for any additional information that might help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  IQ01: Create Serial Number
  IQ02: Change Serial Number
  IQ03: Display Serial Number
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to serial number handling and deliveries.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to serial number management and delivery processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  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 assistance.