How To Fix VW889 - Provisional delivery &1 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 889

• Message text: Provisional delivery &1 could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to remove the provisional delivery <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)>
that was created by a delivery split. Provisional deliveries, however,
cannot be removed from the planning worklist.

System Response

The process is terminated by the system.

How to fix this error?

After you have saved the shipment or completed the transaction, the
provisional delivery <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)> will be removed from the worklist
automatically.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 VW889 - Provisional delivery &1 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message VW889, which states "Provisional delivery &1 could not be deleted," typically occurs in the context of logistics and delivery processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with deleting a provisional delivery document, which may be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Status: The provisional delivery may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the delivery has already been processed or is linked to other documents (like billing or goods movements), it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to the provisional delivery in other documents or processes, such as open invoices or linked sales orders.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the provisional delivery.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the deletion of certain types of documents.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the provisional delivery. If it is already processed or linked to other documents, you may need to reverse or complete those processes before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Check for any dependencies or references to the provisional delivery. Ensure that there are no open transactions that are linked to it.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting to delete the delivery has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to check the details of the delivery and see if there are any issues preventing deletion.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) for managing deliveries.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to delivery processing and error handling for more insights into managing provisional deliveries.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VW889 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.