How To Fix WTY159 - No parts to be returned exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTY - Warranty processing

• Message number: 159

• Message text: No parts to be returned exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTY159 - No parts to be returned exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WTY159 - No parts to be returned exist:
  
  SAP Error Message: WTY159
  Text: No parts to be returned exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Warranty Management module when you attempt to create or process a return delivery or return order for warranty parts, but the system cannot find any parts eligible or available for return under the current warranty claim or return scenario.
  Common reasons include:
  
  There are no warranty parts assigned or linked to the warranty claim or service order.
  The parts that were issued or delivered are not flagged or recorded as returnable.
  The system has already processed all returnable parts, so none remain to be returned.
  Incorrect or incomplete data in the warranty claim or service order, such as missing serial numbers or material data.
  The return delivery or return order is being created for a warranty claim that does not involve any parts (e.g., only labor or services).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WTY159 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Warranty Claim Details:
  
  Verify that the warranty claim includes parts that are eligible for return.
  Ensure that the parts have been correctly entered and linked to the claim.
  
  
  
  Verify Returnable Parts:
  
  Confirm that the parts issued under the warranty claim are flagged as returnable.
  Check the status of the parts in the system to ensure they have not already been returned or scrapped.
  
  
  
  Review Serial Number and Material Data:
  
  Make sure serial numbers (if applicable) are correctly maintained and linked.
  Confirm that the material master data supports warranty returns.
  
  
  
  Check Return Delivery/Order Creation Process:
  
  Ensure you are creating the return delivery/order against the correct warranty claim or service order.
  Verify that the return process is being followed as per SAP warranty management procedures.
  
  
  
  System and Configuration Checks:
  
  Review the configuration settings for warranty returns in SPRO (e.g., returnable parts determination).
  Check if any user exits or custom logic might be affecting the return parts determination.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that address this error or similar warranty return issues.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on warranty claims and returns.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module: SAP Warranty Management (often integrated with SAP Customer Service - CS)
  Transaction Codes: IW71 (Create Warranty Claim), IW72 (Change Warranty Claim), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL10* (Delivery Processing), etc.
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to WTY159 or warranty returns.
  Configuration Path: SPRO ? Customer Service ? Warranty Management ? Returnable Parts Determination
  Typical Process Flow:
  
  Create Warranty Claim (with parts)
  Process Claim and issue parts
  Create Return Delivery/Return Order for parts to be returned
  If no parts are found for return, WTY159 is triggered
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, process step, system version), I can help with more specific guidance.