How To Fix FSH_MAIN127 - Distribution channel does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Distribution channel does not exist

What causes this issue?

The selected distribution channel does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid distribution channel from the available help.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MAIN127 - Distribution channel does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MAIN127 indicates that the distribution channel specified in your transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module or when dealing with master data related to sales.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Distribution Channel: The distribution channel you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or incorrect entry in the distribution channel field.
  Missing Configuration: The distribution channel may not have been configured properly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The distribution channel may not be assigned to the relevant sales organization or may not be active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Channel:
  
  Verify the distribution channel you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Master Data > Customer Master > Define Distribution Channels.
  Ensure that the distribution channel you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Distribution Channel:
  
  Ensure that the distribution channel is assigned to the relevant sales organization. This can be checked in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the customer master data and ensure that the distribution channel is assigned to the customer record.
  You can check this using transaction code XD03 (Display Customer) and navigating to the sales area data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to check or modify the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  XD03 for displaying customer master data.
  VK01 for creating a new distribution channel if needed.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring distribution channels and managing master data.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant settings in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FSH_MAIN127 and ensure that the distribution channel is correctly set up in your SAP system.