How To Fix DPSPP_BCK_MSG044 - Material not defined in the personalization sales area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPSPP_BCK_MSG - Dealer Portal: Speare Parts Processing: Backend Messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Material not defined in the personalization sales area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPSPP_BCK_MSG044 - Material not defined in the personalization sales area ?

  The SAP error message DPSPP_BCK_MSG044 indicates that a material is not defined in the personalization sales area. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with personalized sales documents or transactions.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Material Master Data: The material in question may not be set up correctly in the material master data for the specific sales area (which includes the sales organization, distribution channel, and division).
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area configuration may not include the material, meaning it hasn't been assigned to the relevant sales organization or distribution channel.
  Personalization Settings: The personalization settings for the user or transaction may not include the material, leading to this error when trying to access it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check if the material is defined for the relevant sales area. You can do this by navigating to the Sales Org. Data views (Sales Org 1 and Sales Org 2).
  If the material is not defined, you may need to create or update the material using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Assign Material to Sales Area:
  
  If the material is not assigned to the correct sales area, you can do this in the material master data by ensuring that the sales organization and distribution channel are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Personalization Settings:
  
  Check the personalization settings for the user or transaction. This can often be done in the user profile settings or through transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the material is included in the personalization settings if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD. They can help verify that the sales area and material settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Sales Area Definition: A sales area is defined by a combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division. Ensure that all components are correctly set up in the system.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the material master, especially the Sales Org Data views, to understand how materials are managed in the context of sales.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message DPSPP_BCK_MSG044.