How To Fix VO038 - Delivery &1 is already included in the group for picking

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VO - W&S: Rough workload forecast + picking wave

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Delivery &1 is already included in the group for picking

What causes this issue?

The delivery is already in a group that is to be picked and then
processed further with transfer orders. This may have occurred because
of manual changes made in the delivery monitor.

System Response

The delivery is not included in the wave pick.

How to fix this error?

Check to make sure that this was the desired result. If not, delete the
assignment to the group and include the delivery in the wave pick
manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VO038 - Delivery &1 is already included in the group for picking ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VO038 - Delivery &1 is already included in the group for picking
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to add a delivery document to a picking group, but the delivery is already assigned to another picking group. In SAP Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), picking groups are used to group deliveries for efficient picking processes. A delivery can only belong to one picking group at a time.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The system prevents duplication of deliveries in multiple picking groups to avoid confusion and errors in warehouse operations.
  When you attempt to add a delivery that is already part of a picking group, SAP throws this error to indicate the delivery cannot be added again.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Picking Group:
  
  Identify the picking group to which the delivery is already assigned.
  Use transaction codes like LT23 (Display Transfer Order) or VL06P (Picking Monitor) to find the picking group details.
  
  
  
  Remove Delivery from Existing Picking Group:
  
  If you want to assign the delivery to a different picking group, first remove it from the current group.
  This can be done by deleting or changing the picking group assignment in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Assign Delivery to New Picking Group:
  
  After removal, you can add the delivery to the desired picking group.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Transfer Orders:
  
  Sometimes, open transfer orders linked to the delivery prevent reassignment.
  Confirm that no open TOs exist or close them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Process Flow:
  
  Follow the standard SAP process for grouping deliveries for picking to avoid manual errors.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VL06P - Picking Monitor: To monitor and manage picking groups.
  LT23 - Display Transfer Order: To check transfer orders related to deliveries.
  VL02N - Change Outbound Delivery: To check or change delivery details.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to picking group management for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  Picking group assignment is controlled in the warehouse management configuration.
  Ensure that the warehouse process and picking group settings align with your business process.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Delivery is already assigned to a picking group.
  Solution: Remove delivery from the existing picking group before adding it to a new one.
  Check: Use picking monitor and transfer order transactions to manage assignments.
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction steps or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!