How To Fix ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK014 - Distribution channel &1 is invalid for sales org &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK - ARun Release Check

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Distribution channel &1 is invalid for sales org &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK014 - Distribution channel &1 is invalid for sales org &2 ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK014 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution channel being used in conjunction with a specific sales organization. The error message states that the distribution channel specified is invalid for the sales organization in question.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Distribution Channel: The distribution channel you are trying to use is not assigned to the sales organization in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the sales organization and distribution channel settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: The distribution channel might have been entered incorrectly in the sales document or transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master or material master data may not have the correct distribution channel assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Master Data > Customer > Define Distribution Channels.
  Ensure that the distribution channel is correctly assigned to the sales organization.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Document:
  
  Check the sales document (e.g., sales order, quotation) where the error occurred.
  Ensure that the distribution channel is correctly entered and matches the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data to ensure that the correct distribution channel is assigned.
  You can do this by using transaction code XD03 (Display Customer) and reviewing the sales area data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to check for any underlying configuration issues or to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  XD03: Display Customer Master Data.
  VA01/VA02: Create/Change Sales Order (to test the distribution channel).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on sales organization and distribution channel configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK014 error message.