How To Fix VTBAPI214 - Delivery &1 is not contained in shipment (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VTBAPI - Output for Shipment Processing BAPIs

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Delivery &1 is not contained in shipment (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VTBAPI214 - Delivery &1 is not contained in shipment (&2) ?

  The SAP error message VTBAPI214 indicates that a specific delivery (identified by &1) is not included in the shipment (identified by &2). This error typically arises during processes related to shipment processing, such as when trying to confirm a shipment or when performing actions that require the delivery to be part of the specified shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Delivery Not Assigned: The delivery document you are trying to process is not assigned to the shipment you are working with.
  Incorrect Shipment Number: The shipment number you are using may be incorrect or may not correspond to the delivery in question.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the shipment or delivery after they were created.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly selected the wrong delivery or shipment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Assignment: Verify that the delivery (identified by &1) is indeed assigned to the shipment (identified by &2). You can do this by checking the shipment details in the SAP system.
  Correct Shipment Number: Ensure that you are using the correct shipment number. If you have multiple shipments, double-check to make sure you are referencing the right one.
  Reassign Delivery: If the delivery is not assigned to the shipment, you may need to reassign it. This can typically be done in the shipment processing transaction (e.g., transaction code VT02N for changing shipments).
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to either the delivery or shipment, review those changes to ensure they are correct and that they do not affect the assignment.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to properly assign deliveries to shipments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VT01N (Create Shipment), VT02N (Change Shipment), and VT03N (Display Shipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform actions related to shipments and deliveries in SAP.
  Training and Documentation: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on shipment processing in SAP to better understand the workflow and data relationships.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VTBAPI214 error and successfully process your shipment and delivery.