How To Fix AD01253 - Specify sales org./distribution channel/division in project definition &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD01 - DI Processor (Expense-related Billing)

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Specify sales org./distribution channel/division in project definition &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD01253 - Specify sales org./distribution channel/division in project definition & ?

  The SAP error message AD01253 indicates that there is a missing specification for the sales organization, distribution channel, and division in the project definition. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a project in SAP Project System (PS) and the required organizational data is not provided.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of the necessary organizational elements (sales organization, distribution channel, and division) in the project definition. These elements are essential for linking the project to sales and distribution processes in SAP.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the project definition includes the required organizational data. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Project Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ01 (Create Project).
  
  
  
  Edit the Project Definition:
  
  If you are creating a new project, fill in the necessary fields. If you are modifying an existing project, enter the project number and click on the "Edit" button.
  
  
  
  Specify Sales Organization, Distribution Channel, and Division:
  
  Navigate to the "Sales" tab or section within the project definition.
  Enter the required values for:
  
  Sales Organization: This is the organizational unit responsible for sales.
  Distribution Channel: This indicates how products or services are distributed.
  Division: This represents the product line or service area.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save the project definition.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Settings:
  
  Ensure that the sales organization, distribution channel, and division you are entering are correctly configured in the system and are valid.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ01: Create Project
  CJ02: Change Project
  CJ03: Display Project
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the sales organization, distribution channel, and division are properly set up in the SAP system. You can check this in the following areas:
  
  Sales Organization: Transaction code OVX5 (Define Sales Organizations)
  Distribution Channel: Transaction code OVX4 (Define Distribution Channels)
  Division: Transaction code OOV2 (Define Divisions)
  
  
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on project definitions and the required organizational data.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD01253 error and successfully define your project in SAP.