How To Fix EMDUS114 - Alternative division assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMDUS -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Alternative division assigned

What causes this issue?

In the TOU interface, you have specified a <DS:DE.E_CONSPAT>consumption
pattern</> with a division that does not match the division for the TOU
interface.

System Response

The system does not save this consumption pattern.

How to fix this error?

Select a consumption pattern with a suitable division.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMDUS114 - Alternative division assigned ?

  The SAP error message EMDUS114, which states "Alternative division assigned," typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) processes. This error indicates that there is a conflict or issue with the division assignment for a particular material or sales document.
  Cause:
  
  Division Assignment Conflict: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to assign a material or sales document to a division that is not compatible with the existing configuration or master data.
  Material Master Data: The material may have been assigned to a different division than the one being used in the transaction.
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area (which includes the division) may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Alternative Division: The system may have an alternative division set up for the material, which is causing the conflict when trying to process the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the division assignment under the sales views.
  Ensure that the division assigned to the material matches the division being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document:
  
  If the error occurs during sales order creation (transaction code VA01), check the sales order for the division being used.
  Ensure that the division in the sales order matches the division assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Sales Area Configuration:
  
  Verify the sales area configuration in the system (transaction code OVXK) to ensure that the division is correctly set up for the relevant sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Alternative Division Settings:
  
  If alternative divisions are set up, review the settings to ensure they are correctly configured and that the intended division is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage divisions and alternative divisions in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  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: MM03 (Display Material), VA01 (Create Sales Order), OVXK (Sales Area Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit material master data and sales documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EMDUS114 error and implement a solution to resolve it.