How To Fix VLCU001 - S&D document type of item category & does not match that of delivery type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLCU - Customizing in Shipping

• Message number: 001

• Message text: S&D document type of item category & does not match that of delivery type

What causes this issue?

The sales document category of the delivery type lets the system know
whether it is dealing with an inbound or outbound delivery. This
information is also on the item category level so that item categories
are not used for an inbound and an outbound delivery simultaneously. You
attempted to assign the item category to a delivery type that had a
different sales document category.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose an item category with the same sales document category as the
delivery type or change the sales document category in the delivery item
category activity in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLCU001 - S&D document type of item category & does not match that of delivery type ?

  The SAP error message VLCU001 indicates that there is a mismatch between the Sales and Distribution (S&D) document type of the item category and the delivery type. This error typically occurs during the processing of sales orders or deliveries when the system detects that the configuration settings for the document types and item categories do not align correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The item category defined in the sales order does not correspond to the delivery type that is being used. Each item category is associated with specific delivery types, and if they do not match, the system will throw this error.
  Incorrect Item Category Assignment: The item category assigned to the sales order may not be valid for the delivery type being used.
  Customizations: If there have been customizations or changes in the configuration of item categories or delivery types, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  Verify that the item category is correctly configured for the delivery type you are using.
  
  
  
  Check Delivery Type Configuration:
  
  In the same configuration area, check the settings for the delivery type (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Shipping > Deliveries > Define Delivery Types.
  Ensure that the delivery type is compatible with the item category.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order:
  
  Check the sales order to ensure that the item category assigned is appropriate for the delivery type.
  If necessary, change the item category in the sales order to one that matches the delivery type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the specific relationships between item categories and delivery types in your system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  VA01 (to create sales orders)
  VL01N (to create deliveries)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Exits and Enhancements: If custom logic is implemented, ensure that it does not interfere with the standard processing of item categories and delivery types.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the VLCU001 error in your SAP system. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.