How To Fix CH170 - No sales organization required for selected views

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CH - CAD/PP integration messages

• Message number: 170

• Message text: No sales organization required for selected views

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CH170 - No sales organization required for selected views ?

  The SAP error message CH170 "No sales organization required for selected views" typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record in the SAP system, and the system is expecting a sales organization to be specified for certain views, but it is not provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sales Organization: The error usually arises when the sales organization data is not maintained for the material in the relevant views (like Sales Org 1 or Sales Org 2).
  View Configuration: The views you are trying to access or modify may require a sales organization to be defined, but it has not been set up in the material master.
  User Role/Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the sales organization data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Sales Organization Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Enter the material number and select the relevant views (e.g., Sales Org 1).
  Ensure that you enter a valid sales organization in the appropriate field.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the material type you are using is configured to require sales organization data. This can be checked in the configuration settings under SPRO > Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Attributes of Material Types.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the sales organization data. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if there are any custom validations that might be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 - Create Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MM03 - Display Material
  
  
  Views Related to Sales Organization:
  
  Sales Org 1
  Sales Org 2
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it is essential to maintain accurate data for effective sales and distribution processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.