How To Fix GU179 - Distribution settings have been reset for table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Distribution settings have been reset for table &

What causes this issue?

The initialization of the field assignment table EDIMAP and the
deletion of the export and import program for table &v1& have been
successfully completed.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU179 - Distribution settings have been reset for table & ?

  The SAP error message GU179 indicates that the distribution settings for a specific table have been reset. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's configuration for data distribution, particularly in the context of the SAP Logistics Execution (LE) or other modules that involve data distribution settings.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Changes: The error can occur if there have been changes made to the configuration settings related to the distribution of data for a specific table. This could be due to a manual reset or an update that has affected the distribution settings.
  Transport Requests: If transport requests have been moved between systems (e.g., from development to production), it may lead to the resetting of distribution settings if not properly managed.
  System Upgrades or Patches: Upgrading the SAP system or applying patches can sometimes reset certain configuration settings, including distribution settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the affected table. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the distribution settings.
  Reconfigure Distribution Settings: If the settings have been reset, you may need to reconfigure them according to your business requirements. This may involve setting up the distribution parameters again.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose due to transport requests, ensure that the transport management process is correctly followed. Check if the transport requests were properly released and imported.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the settings were reset.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or table to understand the implications of the reset and the correct configuration steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause or solution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SLG1 (for logs), and SE11 (for data dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the GU179 error message for any specific patches or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GU179 error message in your SAP system.