How To Fix VSB013 - Delivery is not completed in transmission &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSB - Self-Billing Procedure Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Delivery is not completed in transmission &1

What causes this issue?

During processing of sales document &V2&, the system determined that the
sales document has already been processed in transmission &V1&. However,
transmission &V1& has not processed the sales document completely.
Either the required postings have not been determined, or not completed.

System Response

The processing step interrupts processing of the sales document, as
inconsistencies could result if the sales document were processed
without the previous transmission being complete.

How to fix this error?

Before you can restart the new processing step, you have to complete
sales document &V2& in transmission &V1&, that has not yet been
completed.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSB013 - Delivery is not completed in transmission &1 ?

  The SAP error message VSB013: Delivery is not completed in transmission &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the delivery process, particularly in the transmission of delivery documents. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the processing of outbound deliveries, especially when dealing with EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) or other forms of data transmission.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Delivery Data: The delivery document may not have all the required data filled out, leading to an incomplete status.
  Transmission Issues: There may be issues with the communication channel or the EDI subsystem that prevents the delivery from being transmitted successfully.
  Status of Delivery: The delivery might be in a status that does not allow it to be transmitted (e.g., blocked, not fully processed).
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration problems in the EDI settings or the output determination settings that affect the transmission of delivery documents.
  Missing Output Type: The output type for the delivery may not be correctly set up or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delivery Status: Verify the status of the delivery document in the SAP system. Ensure that it is complete and ready for transmission.
  Review Transmission Logs: Check the logs for any errors or warnings related to the transmission of the delivery. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Verify Output Determination: Ensure that the output type for the delivery is correctly configured and that the necessary conditions for output generation are met.
  Check EDI Configuration: If using EDI, review the configuration settings for the EDI subsystem to ensure that they are correct and that the communication channels are functioning properly.
  Reprocess Delivery: If the delivery is found to be incomplete, make the necessary corrections and attempt to reprocess the delivery.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check the delivery details and status.
  Transaction Logs: Use transaction SLG1 to check application logs for any related messages that could provide more context on the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.