How To Fix WOD1037 - Partially delivered item >&1< must not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOD1 - Messages for Function Group WOD1

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Partially delivered item >&1< must not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOD1037 - Partially delivered item >&1< must not be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WOD1037: "Partially delivered item >&1< must not be deleted":
  
  Error Message
  WOD1037: Partially delivered item >&1< must not be deleted
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to delete a sales order item that has already been partially delivered. In SAP Sales and Distribution (SD), once a delivery has been posted against a sales order item (even if only partially), the system restricts deletion of that item to maintain data consistency and integrity.
  
  The system tracks the quantity delivered against each sales order item.
  If the delivered quantity is greater than zero but less than the ordered quantity (i.e., partially delivered), the item cannot be deleted.
  This is to prevent inconsistencies in inventory, billing, and order tracking.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During sales order change transaction (e.g., VA02), when attempting to delete an item that has partial deliveries.
  The system checks the delivery status of the item and blocks deletion if partial deliveries exist.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve
  
  
  Do not delete the item: Since the item has been partially delivered, deletion is not allowed.
  
  
  Adjust the order quantity:
  
  Instead of deleting, you can reduce the order quantity to the quantity already delivered.
  This means setting the order quantity equal to the delivered quantity, effectively closing the item.
  
  
  
  Cancel or reverse the delivery (if deletion is absolutely necessary):
  
  If the item must be deleted, you need to first cancel or reverse the delivery documents related to that item.
  Use transaction VL09 (Cancel Goods Issue) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to reverse the delivery.
  After reversing the delivery, the item will no longer be partially delivered, and deletion will be possible.
  
  
  
  Use credit memo or returns process:
  
  If the item was delivered but needs to be removed from the order, consider processing a return or credit memo instead of deleting the item.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  VA02 – Change Sales Order
  VL02N – Change Outbound Delivery
  VL09 – Cancel Goods Issue
  VF01 – Create Billing Document (to check billing status)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to sales order item deletion and delivery status for any system-specific patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Business process impact:
  
  Deleting partially delivered items can cause inconsistencies in inventory management, billing, and reporting.
  Always ensure that business processes are followed to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to delete a sales order item that has been partially delivered.
  
  
  Effect
  System blocks deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution
  Adjust order quantity, reverse delivery, or process returns instead of deleting.
  
  
  Transactions
  VA02, VL02N, VL09, VF01
  
  
  
  
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