How To Fix IW181 - No default could be formed for the distribution rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 181

• Message text: No default could be formed for the distribution rule

What causes this issue?

You wanted the system to create a default for the apportionment rule of
the <GL:settlement_rule>settlement rule</>.
This means that the system generates the settlement rule from the
master data of the technical object, depending on your Customizing
settings.
However, the necessary data is missing from the master record of the
technical object.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

Enter the settlement rule for this maintenance order manually. You
reach the necessary screens for this by choosing <LS>Goto</> ->
<LS>Settlement rule</> in the maintenance order.
If you want to define a default for the apportionment rule of the
settlement rule for this technical object in future, you must first
maintain the account assignment data in the object master record.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW181 - No default could be formed for the distribution rule ?

  The SAP error message IW181 "No default could be formed for the distribution rule" typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders when the system is unable to determine a default distribution rule for the costs associated with the order. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Distribution Rules: The distribution rules that are supposed to be used for cost allocation may not be defined in the system or may be incorrectly configured.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or other relevant objects may be inconsistent or incomplete.
  Missing Assignment: The assignment of the distribution rule to the relevant order type or cost center may be missing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the controlling area or the order type that prevent the system from determining a