How To Fix VW879 - Delivery & is already in shipment & as a preliminary leg

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 879

• Message text: Delivery & is already in shipment & as a preliminary leg

What causes this issue?

The indicator "not when in preliminary leg" is set and the delivery is
already in the shipment as a preliminary leg.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW879 - Delivery & is already in shipment & as a preliminary leg ?

  The SAP error message VW879 indicates that a delivery is already in shipment and is being treated as a preliminary leg. This typically occurs in the context of transportation management within SAP, particularly when dealing with deliveries and shipments.
  Cause:
  
  Delivery Already in Shipment: The error arises when you attempt to perform an action on a delivery that is already part of an active shipment. This could happen if you are trying to change or delete a delivery that has already been processed for shipment.
  Preliminary Leg: The term "preliminary leg" refers to a segment of the transportation process that is not yet finalized. If the system recognizes that the delivery is part of a preliminary leg, it may prevent further actions to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shipment Status: Verify the status of the shipment associated with the delivery. If the delivery is indeed in an active shipment, you may need to complete or modify the shipment before making changes to the delivery.
  Review Transportation Documents: Look at the transportation documents related to the delivery and shipment. Ensure that all necessary steps have been completed and that the shipment is in the correct state for any further actions.
  Consult with Logistics Team: If you are unsure about the status or the next steps, consult with your logistics or transportation management team. They may have insights into the specific processes and can help resolve the issue.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like VT01N for creating shipments or VT02N for changing shipments) to manage the shipment and delivery processes correctly.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to shipment and delivery management, such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), VT01N (Create Shipment), and VT02N (Change Shipment).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration and version.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform actions on deliveries and shipments, as restrictions may also lead to error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the VW879 error and proceed with your delivery and shipment processes in SAP.