How To Fix IST_EBS322 - The distribution model for message type &1 is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IST_EBS - Interface Between IS-T and External Billing System

• Message number: 322

• Message text: The distribution model for message type &1 is not maintained

What causes this issue?

The distribution model is not maintained for the message type you are
using.

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?

Maintain the distribution model using transaction BD64.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IST_EBS322 - The distribution model for message type &1 is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message IST_EBS322 indicates that the distribution model for a specific message type (denoted by &1) is not maintained in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or Application Link Enabling (ALE) when the system is trying to send or receive messages but cannot find the necessary configuration to do so.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Model: The primary cause of this error is that the distribution model for the specified message type has not been defined or is incomplete in the system.
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type specified may not be correctly set up in the distribution model.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the logical systems or the message types involved in the distribution model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error IST_EBS322, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Distribution Model:
  
  Go to transaction code BD64 (Maintain Distribution Model).
  Check if the distribution model for the specified message type (indicated by &1 in the error message) is maintained.
  If it is not maintained, you will need to create or modify the distribution model.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Distribution Model:
  
  If the distribution model does not exist, create a new entry for the message type.
  Ensure that the logical systems involved are correctly defined and that the message type is linked to the appropriate logical systems.
  
  
  
  Verify Logical Systems:
  
  Ensure that the logical systems involved in the distribution model are correctly configured in transaction BD54 (Maintain Logical Systems).
  Check that the logical systems are assigned to the correct clients.
  
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the message type is correctly configured in transaction WE81 (Message Types) and that it is linked to the appropriate IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to send or receive the message again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BD64: Maintain Distribution Model
  BD54: Maintain Logical Systems
  WE81: Message Types
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring ALE and EDI, as well as best practices for maintaining distribution models.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message IST_EBS322 or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the distribution model for the specified message type is properly maintained.