How To Fix 25192 - No distribution type has been defined for communication type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 192

• Message text: No distribution type has been defined for communication type &

What causes this issue?

The default communication type has been determined for the recipient.
No distribution type that has the attributes 'default' and 'active'
has been defined for this communication type in Customizing for
document distribution.

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?

Please define a distribution type as default distribution type for the
communication type that has been deteermined and set the 'Active'
indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25192 - No distribution type has been defined for communication type & ?

  The SAP error message 25192, which states "No distribution type has been defined for communication type &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's distribution and communication processes, particularly when dealing with the distribution of data or messages between different systems or components.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Configuration: The distribution type for a specific communication type has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the necessary configuration steps were not completed during the setup of the communication process.
  Incorrect Communication Type: The communication type being referenced may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the communication type is related to a transport layer (like ALE or IDoc), there may be issues with the configuration of the transport layer itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where communication types and distribution types are defined.
  Ensure that a distribution type is defined for the communication type that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Define Distribution Type:
  
  If a distribution type is not defined, you will need to create one. This typically involves specifying the parameters that dictate how data should be distributed for that communication type.
  
  
  
  Validate Communication Type:
  
  Ensure that the communication type you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer Settings:
  
  If the error is related to ALE or IDoc processing, verify that the transport layer settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the logical systems, partner profiles, and any relevant distribution model settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring communication types and distribution types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the communication process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like WE20 (Partner Profiles), BD64 (Distribution Model), or SPRO (Customizing) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 25192 in your SAP system.