How To Fix VN078 - Delivery & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Delivery & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN078 - Delivery & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VN078: Delivery & does not exist typically occurs in the context of logistics and sales processes, particularly when dealing with deliveries in the Sales and Distribution (SD) or Logistics Execution (LE) modules.
  
  Cause of the Error
  
  The system is trying to reference a delivery document number that does not exist in the database.
  This can happen if:
  
  The delivery document number was entered incorrectly.
  The delivery document was deleted or never created.
  There is a mismatch or inconsistency in the document flow.
  The delivery document number is being referenced before it is created or saved.
  The delivery document belongs to a different client or company code and is not accessible in the current context.
  
  
  
  
  When does this error typically occur?
  
  During outbound delivery processing (e.g., VL01N, VL02N, VL03N transactions).
  When referencing delivery documents in billing or goods issue postings.
  When running reports or programs that expect a valid delivery document.
  During integration processes between SD and Warehouse Management (WM).
  
  
  Solution / How to fix the error
  
  
  Verify the Delivery Document Number:
  
  Check if the delivery number entered is correct.
  Ensure there are no typos or missing digits.
  
  
  
  Check Delivery Document Existence:
  
  Use transaction VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to verify if the delivery exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create the delivery document first (e.g., via VL01N).
  
  
  
  Check Document Flow:
  
  Review the document flow from sales order to delivery to billing to ensure all documents are properly created and linked.
  Use transaction VA03 (Display Sales Order) and check the document flow button.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization and Client:
  
  Ensure you are working in the correct client and have authorization to access the delivery document.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion or Archiving:
  
  Verify if the delivery document was deleted or archived.
  If archived, you may need to retrieve it or adjust your process accordingly.
  
  
  
  Debug or Check Custom Code:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or user exit, debug to see why the system is referencing a non-existent delivery number.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Message Class: VN (related to deliveries)
  Transaction Codes: VL01N, VL02N, VL03N, VA03
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to VN078 for specific patches or known issues.
  Tables: Delivery documents are stored in tables like LIKP (header) and LIPS (items).
  
  
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  Error Message
  VN078: Delivery & does not exist
  
  
  Cause
  Delivery document number referenced does not exist or is incorrect
  
  
  Solution
  Verify delivery number, check existence in VL03N, ensure correct document flow, check authorizations
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  VL01N, VL02N, VL03N, VA03
  
  
  Related Tables
  LIKP (delivery header), LIPS (delivery items)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where the error occurs, I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.