How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES093 - Dist. channel &1 does not belong to sales org. &2, plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Dist. channel &1 does not belong to sales org. &2, plant &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES093 - Dist. channel &1 does not belong to sales org. &2, plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES093 indicates that there is a mismatch between the distribution channel, sales organization, and plant in your configuration or master data. Specifically, it means that the distribution channel you are trying to use does not belong to the specified sales organization and plant combination.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The distribution channel may not be assigned to the sales organization in the configuration settings.
  Master Data Issue: The material or product you are trying to sell may not be set up correctly in the system for the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong distribution channel or sales organization.
  Missing Assignments: The necessary assignments between sales organization, distribution channel, and plant may not have been made in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the following path:
  
  Sales and Distribution -> Master Data -> Customer -> Define Distribution Channels
  
  
  Ensure that the distribution channel is assigned to the correct sales organization.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the specific material in question. Ensure that the sales organization and distribution channel are correctly set up.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and check the sales views.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Organization Settings:
  
  Ensure that the sales organization is correctly configured to use the distribution channel. You can check this in the sales organization settings.
  
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  If the error occurs during sales order creation, check the customer master data to ensure that the customer is assigned to the correct sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, ensure that the correct distribution channel and sales organization are selected when creating sales documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or master data settings, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  MM03: Display Material Master.
  VD03: Display Customer Master.
  VA03: Display Sales Order.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant master data and configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES093.