How To Fix VSB304 - Transfer &1: Transfer must have status "D" for this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSB - Self-Billing Procedure Messages

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Transfer &1: Transfer must have status "D" for this function

What causes this issue?

The processing indicator cannot be set for transfer &V1& as this does
not have status "D" (processing completed without errors).)

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

The processing indicator for transfers can only be set if these have
been completely and correctly processed.
The processing indicator can however also be set if the transfer is not
active. At present, a deactivation can only take place by the system
itself, for example, if the "Duplicate check" (check for duplicate
external transfer numbers) has recognized a duplicate.
You can set the processing indicator for deactivated transfers
regardless of the transfer status.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSB304 - Transfer &1: Transfer must have status "D" for this function ?

  The SAP error message VSB304 indicates that a transfer (usually related to stock transfers or inventory management) must have a status of "D" (which typically stands for "in process" or "in transfer") in order to perform a specific function. This error often arises in the context of handling stock transfers between storage locations or plants.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on a transfer that is not in the correct status. The status "D" indicates that the transfer is currently being processed. If the transfer is in a different status (e.g., completed, canceled, or not yet started), the system will not allow the operation to proceed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transfer Status: Verify the status of the transfer in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., MB1B, MIGO, or the specific transaction related to your transfer).
  
  
  Update Transfer Status: If the transfer is not in status "D", you may need to update its status. This could involve:
  
  Reinitiating the transfer process if it was canceled or not started.
  Completing any necessary steps that would change the status to "D".
  
  
  
  Review Transfer Documents: Ensure that all required documents and entries related to the transfer are correctly entered and processed. Missing or incorrect entries can prevent the transfer from being in the correct status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the transfer process and status management.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and others that may be involved in stock transfers.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the operations related to the transfer.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.