How To Fix VV469 - Number of allowed deliveries cannot be less than 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VV - Requirements and availability

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Number of allowed deliveries cannot be less than 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VV469 - Number of allowed deliveries cannot be less than 1 ?

  The SAP error message VV469 ("Number of allowed deliveries cannot be less than 1") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when there is an issue with the delivery settings for a sales document or a related configuration.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Delivery Settings: The configuration for the sales document type or item category may have been set incorrectly, leading to a situation where the system expects at least one delivery but finds none allowed.
  
  
  Sales Document Configuration: The settings in the sales document (like the sales order) may have been modified to restrict deliveries, which can lead to this error if the restriction is set to zero or a negative number.
  
  
  Item Category Settings: The item category used in the sales order may have delivery-related settings that are not configured properly, such as the number of allowed deliveries.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Sales Document Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the sales document type in transaction SPRO.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  Ensure that the settings for the document type allow for at least one delivery.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category Settings:
  
  Check the item category used in the sales order.
  Go to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  Ensure that the item category allows for deliveries and that the "Number of Allowed Deliveries" is set to at least 1.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Order:
  
  Review the specific sales order that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the items in the order are correctly configured to allow deliveries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the specific configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales order again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to check and modify sales orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP SD for further assistance.