How To Fix 56200 - Distribution model not maintained -> Transfer program can not be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Distribution model not maintained -> Transfer program can not be used

What causes this issue?

You want to transfer expense reports results from a logical system in
Travel Management to another logical system in Payroll. The ALE
distribution model required for this operation is not yet set up,
however.

How to fix this error?

If you want to transfer expense reports results from a travel management
system to a separate payroll system, you must first maintain the ALE
distribution model (see the report documentation for RPRPAY00 and ALE
Customizing).
If you do not intend to set up a distribution scenario, it is sufficient
to activate schema xREI in accounting schema x000 to transfer the
expense reports results to Payroll.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56200 - Distribution model not maintained -> Transfer program can not be used ?

  The SAP error message "56200 Distribution model not maintained -> Transfer program cannot be used" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Application Link Enabling (ALE) and is related to the distribution model configuration. This error indicates that the distribution model required for the transfer of data between systems is not properly maintained or configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Model: The distribution model that defines how data is to be distributed between the systems is not maintained or is incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the distribution model may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to use the transfer program.
  Inconsistent Partner Profiles: The partner profiles may not be correctly defined or may not match the distribution model requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Distribution Model:
  
  Go to transaction code BD64 (Maintain Distribution Model).
  Verify if the distribution model exists for the relevant logical systems and message types.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new distribution model.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Distribution Model:
  
  If you need to create a new distribution model, click on "Create" and define the necessary parameters, including the logical systems involved and the message types.
  Ensure that the model includes all necessary entries for the data you are trying to transfer.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles).
  Ensure that the partner profiles for the logical systems involved are correctly set up and that they correspond to the distribution model.
  
  
  
  Check Message Types:
  
  Ensure that the message types you are trying to use are included in the distribution model.
  You can check this in the distribution model maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transfer program again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BD64: Maintain Distribution Model
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definition
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and distribution models for more detailed guidance on configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully use the transfer program. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.