How To Fix VW263 - No partner exists for the deliveries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 263

• Message text: No partner exists for the deliveries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW263 - No partner exists for the deliveries ?

  The SAP error message VW263 "No partner exists for the deliveries" typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when the system is unable to find a partner function for a delivery document. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The delivery document may not have the necessary partner data (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, etc.) defined.
  Incorrect Partner Determination Procedure: The partner determination procedure may not be set up correctly for the delivery type or the relevant sales area.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master data or vendor master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Delivery Type Configuration: The delivery type may not be configured to allow for the necessary partner functions.
  Document Flow Issues: If the delivery is created from a sales order, there may be issues with the sales order that prevent partner data from being transferred correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delivery Document: Review the delivery document in question to ensure that the partner functions are populated correctly. You can do this by navigating to the delivery document and checking the "Partners" tab.
  Review Partner Determination Procedure: Ensure that the partner determination procedure is correctly assigned to the delivery type. You can check this in the configuration settings under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Partner Determination Procedure.
  Verify Customer/Vendor Master Data: Check the customer or vendor master data to ensure that all necessary partner functions are maintained. You can do this by using transaction codes like XD03 (for customer) or MK03 (for vendor).
  Check Delivery Type Configuration: Ensure that the delivery type is configured to allow for the necessary partner functions. This can be checked in the configuration settings under Sales and Distribution > Shipping > Deliveries > Define Delivery Types.
  Document Flow: If the delivery is created from a sales order, check the sales order for any issues that might prevent partner data from being transferred. Ensure that the sales order has the correct partner functions defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VL03N - Display Delivery
  XD03 - Display Customer Master
  MK03 - Display Vendor Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to partner determination and delivery processing.
  Configuration Path: 
  
  SPRO > Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Define Partner Determination Procedure
  SPRO > Sales and Distribution > Shipping > Deliveries > Define Delivery Types
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VW263 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.