How To Fix VV161 - Do not enter priorities. No document sorting follows

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VV - Requirements and availability

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Do not enter priorities. No document sorting follows

What causes this issue?

You have not entered a value in any of the priority fields.

System Response

This message is a warning, the system continues with processing.
The documents are not sorted, but processed in the sequence in which
they are read from the database (sorted according to the document
number, document item, document schedule line, although sales orders
are read first, then stock transfer orders and scheduling agreements,
and finally stock transport requisitions).

How to fix this error?

If you would like another sorting for the documents for rescheduling
processing, then end this run with 'back' (F3) or 'cancel' (F12), and
start it again new.

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 VV161 - Do not enter priorities. No document sorting follows ?

  The SAP error message VV161 ("Do not enter priorities. No document sorting follows") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when you are trying to create or process a sales document, such as a sales order or delivery, and you have entered a priority for the document. This error indicates that the system does not allow the entry of priorities in certain scenarios, particularly when document sorting is not applicable.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are working with may not support priority settings. Certain document types in SAP SD are configured to not allow priority entries.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may have been set up to disallow priorities for specific sales documents or in specific scenarios.
  Sorting Not Applicable: The system may determine that sorting is not applicable for the document you are trying to process, leading to the restriction on entering priorities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Remove Priority Entry: The simplest solution is to remove any priority entries you have made in the sales document. Check the relevant fields and ensure that no priority is set.
  Check Document Type Configuration: If you believe that priorities should be allowed, check the configuration of the document type in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the settings.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific document type you are working with to understand the limitations regarding priorities.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the specific requirements and limitations of the document types they are working with to avoid entering unsupported data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists and you believe it is a system error or misconfiguration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VV161 error and proceed with your sales document processing.