How To Fix CRM_MKTVL035 - Sales organization &1 and distribution channel &2 cannot be combined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTVL - Value Splitting Messages Marketing Planner

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Sales organization &1 and distribution channel &2 cannot be combined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTVL035 - Sales organization &1 and distribution channel &2 cannot be combined ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTVL035 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the sales organization and distribution channel in the context of a sales document or transaction. This error typically arises when the specified sales organization and distribution channel do not have a valid combination in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Combination: The sales organization and distribution channel combination you are trying to use is not defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The combination not being set up in the configuration.
  The sales organization or distribution channel being inactive or deleted.
  The combination being restricted by certain business rules or settings.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to customers, materials, or other entities that are linked to the sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the combination of the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant settings for Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Check the configuration for sales organizations and distribution channels to ensure that the combination you are trying to use is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Maintain Valid Combinations:
  
  If the combination is not defined, you may need to create it. This can be done in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Master Data ? Define Sales Organizations and Distribution Channels.
  
  
  Ensure that the sales organization and distribution channel are properly linked.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer and material involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly assigned to the sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or business rules that may restrict the use of certain combinations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OVX5 (for maintaining sales organization and distribution channel) or VD03 (to display customer master data) to check the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the sales organization and distribution channel settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.