How To Fix VW246 - Start by posting the deliveries in shipment & for goods issue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Start by posting the deliveries in shipment & for goods issue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW246 - Start by posting the deliveries in shipment & for goods issue ?

  The SAP error message VW246, which states "Start by posting the deliveries in shipment & for goods issue," typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipment processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are deliveries associated with a shipment that need to be posted before you can proceed with the goods issue.
  Cause:
  
  Unposted Deliveries: The primary cause of this error is that there are deliveries linked to the shipment that have not yet been posted. In SAP, deliveries must be processed and posted before you can perform a goods issue.
  Incorrect Sequence of Operations: The error may also arise if the sequence of operations is not followed correctly. For example, trying to perform a goods issue without first completing the necessary delivery postings.
  Incomplete Shipment Processing: If the shipment is not fully processed or if there are issues with the shipment document, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VW246 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Deliveries: 
  
  Go to the shipment document in SAP and check the associated deliveries. You can do this by navigating to the shipment and reviewing the delivery documents linked to it.
  
  
  
  Post Deliveries:
  
  Ensure that all deliveries associated with the shipment are posted. You can do this by selecting the delivery and using the appropriate transaction (e.g., VL02N for delivery change) to post the delivery.
  If the deliveries are not yet created, you may need to create them first.
  
  
  
  Complete Shipment Processing:
  
  Make sure that all necessary steps in the shipment processing are completed. This includes confirming that all items are ready for shipment and that the shipment is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Perform Goods Issue:
  
  Once all deliveries are posted, you can proceed with the goods issue. Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., MIGO) to perform the goods issue against the posted deliveries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and MIGO (Goods Movement).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on posting deliveries and performing goods issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post deliveries and perform goods issues in the SAP system.
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW246 error and successfully post the deliveries and perform the goods issue.