How To Fix WSUBST017 - Error while setting the outbound delivery indicator (PO &1, item &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSUBST - Substitution Article Handling

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error while setting the outbound delivery indicator (PO &1, item &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSUBST017 - Error while setting the outbound delivery indicator (PO &1, item &2) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WSUBST017: Error while setting the outbound delivery indicator (PO &1, item &2):
  
  Error Message
  WSUBST017
  
  Text: Error while setting the outbound delivery indicator (PO &1, item &2)
  
  Cause
  This error occurs during the outbound delivery creation or processing when the system tries to set the outbound delivery indicator on a Purchase Order (PO) item but fails. The outbound delivery indicator is used to mark PO items that have been included in an outbound delivery.
  Common causes include:
  
  Inconsistent or incorrect data in the PO item: The PO item might be locked, deleted, or in a status that does not allow setting the outbound delivery indicator.
  Authorization issues: The user or background job does not have sufficient authorization to update the PO item.
  Custom enhancements or user exits: Custom code might interfere with the standard process of setting the outbound delivery indicator.
  Technical issues: Database locks, update failures, or inconsistencies in the delivery or PO tables.
  Incorrect delivery type or item category: The delivery or PO item category might not be compatible with outbound delivery processing.
  Incomplete or missing data: Required fields or references might be missing or incorrect.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WSUBST017 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the PO and PO item status:
  
  Verify that the PO and the specific item (&2) exist and are not deleted or blocked.
  Check if the PO item is already fully delivered or closed.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or batch job has the necessary authorizations to update the PO item and related delivery documents.
  
  
  
  Review delivery and PO item data:
  
  Confirm that the delivery type and PO item category are correct and compatible.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing mandatory fields.
  
  
  
  Check for locks or update failures:
  
  Look for database locks on the PO item or delivery document.
  Review system logs (SM21), update logs (SM13), and enqueue locks (SM12).
  
  
  
  Debug or analyze custom code:
  
  If there are user exits, BADIs, or enhancements related to delivery creation or PO update, debug them to see if they cause the failure.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or manually set the outbound delivery indicator:
  
  Sometimes, manually resetting or updating the PO item in the system can help.
  Use transaction ME22N to check and update the PO item if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that address WSUBST017 or related delivery processing issues.
  Apply any recommended patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  VL01N / VL02N: Create / Change Outbound Delivery
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  SM12: Display and delete locks
  SM13: Update requests
  SM21: System log
  
  
  
  Tables involved:
  
  EKKO / EKPO: Purchase Order header / item
  LIKP / LIPS: Delivery header / item
  VBFA: Document flow
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WSUBST017 or outbound delivery indicator issues.
  
  
  
  Standard SAP process:
  
  When an outbound delivery is created referencing a PO, the system sets the outbound delivery indicator on the PO item to prevent duplicate deliveries.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact scenario or transaction where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.