How To Fix 25115 - Distribution type & has not been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Distribution type & has not been defined

What causes this issue?

The distribution type is not defined in table TDICT.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose another distribution type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25115 - Distribution type & has not been defined ?

  The SAP error message "25115 Distribution type & has not been defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI) when a distribution type that is being referenced in a transaction or configuration has not been set up in the system. This can happen during processes such as cost allocation, internal orders, or when working with cost centers.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The distribution type that is being referenced in the transaction has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect distribution type that does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Distribution Type:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO > Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Master Data > Distribution > Define Distribution Types.
  Check if the distribution type in question is listed. If not, you will need to create it.
  Click on "New Entries" to define a new distribution type, and fill in the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that the distribution type entered in the transaction is correct and matches the defined types in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the distribution type was included and successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure that the distribution type is set up according to your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OKB9 (for defining distribution types) or KSV5 (for displaying distribution types) to manage and view distribution types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify configuration settings in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the distribution type is properly defined in your SAP system.