How To Fix /VSO/M_MSG016 - No deliveries contained in shipment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /VSO/M_MSG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No deliveries contained in shipment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /VSO/M_MSG016 - No deliveries contained in shipment &1 ?

  The SAP error message /VSO/M_MSG016 No deliveries contained in shipment &1 typically indicates that the shipment you are trying to process does not contain any delivery items. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when attempting to confirm a shipment or when trying to view details of a shipment that has not been properly populated with delivery data.
  Causes:
  
  No Deliveries Assigned: The shipment was created without any deliveries being assigned to it.
  Incorrect Shipment Number: The shipment number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Delivery Status: The deliveries that were supposed to be included in the shipment may have been deleted or are in a status that prevents them from being included.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been an error during the data entry process when creating the shipment or assigning deliveries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Shipment Details: Verify the shipment number and ensure that it is correct. You can do this by navigating to the shipment in the SAP system and checking its details.
  Assign Deliveries: If the shipment is indeed empty, you may need to assign deliveries to it. This can be done through the shipment creation or modification transaction.
  Review Delivery Status: Check the status of the deliveries that should be included in the shipment. Ensure they are in a status that allows them to be assigned to a shipment.
  Recreate Shipment: If the shipment was created incorrectly, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct deliveries.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on shipment and delivery processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment) to manage shipments effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify shipments and deliveries in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.