How To Fix CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND073 - Select a valid combination of sales org., distr. channel, and division

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND - Message for KPI functionality

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Select a valid combination of sales org., distr. channel, and division

What causes this issue?

A valid combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and
division has not been chosen.

System Response

No trade spend is valid until a proper combination has been chosen.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing for Customer Relationship Management (CRM), define the
condition type by choosing <LS>Account Planning -> Condition Maintenance
-> Define Condition Generation</>.
Additionally, assign a condition generation type by choosing <LS>Account
Planning -> Condition Maintenance -> Assign Condition Generation Type
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND073 - Select a valid combination of sales org., distr. channel, and division ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND073 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division that you are trying to use in your transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of marketing or trade spend management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Combination: The combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The sales organization or distribution channel not being set up correctly.
  The division not being assigned to the sales organization or distribution channel.
  Typographical errors in the input fields.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain combinations of sales org., distr. channel, and division.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the sales organization, distribution channel, and division are correctly configured in the system.
  Use transaction codes like OVX5 (for sales organization) and OVX6 (for distribution channel) to check the settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (e.g., customer master, material master) is correctly maintained and that the combinations you are trying to use are valid.
  Check if the division is assigned to the sales organization and distribution channel in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  Ensure that you are selecting valid and existing combinations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified sales organization, distribution channel, and division.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error and its context.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for checking configurations and master data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in the SAP system to ensure compliance with access requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND073.