How To Fix CM_PIQ_API151 - Sales Org.&1 Distribution Channel &2 Division &3 combination is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PIQ_API - Messages for PriceInquiry API

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Sales Org.&1 Distribution Channel &2 Division &3 combination is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_PIQ_API151 - Sales Org.&1 Distribution Channel &2 Division &3 combination is not valid ?

  The SAP error message CM_PIQ_API151 indicates that the combination of Sales Organization, Distribution Channel, and Division you are trying to use is not valid in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when creating or processing sales documents.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Combination: The specified combination of Sales Organization, Distribution Channel, and Division does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The combination has not been defined in the system.
  The combination has been deleted or is inactive.
  There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the fields.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like customer master, material master, etc.) may not be set up correctly for the specified combination.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for the specified combination. This could be due to missing settings in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the Sales and Distribution settings.
  Verify that the combination of Sales Organization, Distribution Channel, and Division is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the customer master data and material master data are correctly set up for the specified combination.
  Use transaction codes like XD03 (Display Customer) and MM03 (Display Material) to check the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Combination:
  
  If the combination does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings or by creating the necessary master data records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the setup of Sales Organizations, Distribution Channels, and Divisions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  XD03: Display Customer
  MM03: Display Material
  OVXK: Define Sales Organization/Distribution Channel/Division
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Sales and Distribution configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.