How To Fix ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES036 - Enter a valid combination of Sales area/Customer/Document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES - Message class for ARun ITA

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Enter a valid combination of Sales area/Customer/Document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES036 - Enter a valid combination of Sales area/Customer/Document type ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES036 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of Sales Area, Customer, and Document Type that you are trying to use in your transaction. This error typically arises in the context of sales and distribution processes, where specific configurations and data entries are required to proceed with transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Sales Area: The sales area you are trying to use may not be defined or may not be valid for the customer or document type.
  Customer Not Assigned: The customer may not be assigned to the specified sales area.
  Document Type Issues: The document type you are using may not be valid for the specified sales area or customer.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the combination from being recognized as valid.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the customer, sales area, or document type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Sales Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the sales area is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the sales area is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data to ensure that the customer is assigned to the correct sales area.
  You can do this by navigating to the customer master record (transaction code XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data) and reviewing the sales area assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is valid for the sales area and customer combination.
  Check the configuration for the document type in the sales and distribution module.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can help check the backend configuration and data integrity.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Combinations:
  
  Try using different combinations of sales area, customer, and document type to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is specific to certain entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XD03, VD03, OVX5, and OVX6 for checking customer and document type configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to sales area configuration and customer master data management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message ARUN_ITA_MESSAGES036.