How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM034 - Add distribution chain &3/&4 to material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Add distribution chain &3/&4 to material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM034 - Add distribution chain &3/&4 to material &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM034 typically indicates that a distribution chain (sales organization and distribution channel) is not assigned to a material in the system. This error is common in scenarios where materials are being processed in the context of sales and distribution, particularly in the SAP IS-DF (Industry Solution for Distribution and Fulfillment) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A material is being used in a transaction (like sales order creation, delivery, etc.) that requires a specific distribution chain.
  The distribution chain (sales organization and distribution channel) has not been assigned to the material in the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign the appropriate distribution chain to the material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Select Views:
  
  Choose the relevant views that include sales data, typically the "Sales Org. Data 1" and "Sales Org. Data 2" views.
  
  
  
  Assign Distribution Chain:
  
  In the "Sales Org. Data" views, enter the sales organization and distribution channel that you want to assign to the material.
  Fill in the necessary fields, such as the base unit of measure, sales unit, and other relevant data.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that generated the error and try again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview (to check stock levels)
  
  
  
  Material Master Views:
  
  Ensure that the necessary views are maintained for the material, including purchasing, sales, and accounting views.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the distribution chain or how to set it up, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully assign the distribution chain to the material in question.