How To Fix IW182 - Default was formed for the distribution rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Default was formed for the distribution rule

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can display the proposal for the distribution rule formed by the
system using <LS>Goto</> -> <LS>Settlement rule</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW182 - Default was formed for the distribution rule ?

  The SAP error message IW182 ("Default was formed for the distribution rule") typically occurs in the context of maintenance or processing of maintenance orders, particularly when dealing with distribution rules for costs or resources. This message indicates that the system has automatically created a default distribution rule because the original distribution rule was not specified or was incomplete.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Rule: The primary cause of this error is that the system could not find a valid distribution rule for the maintenance order. This can happen if the distribution rule is not defined in the order or if the relevant configuration is missing.
  Incomplete Data: The data entered in the maintenance order may be incomplete or incorrect, leading the system to generate a default rule.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system related to cost distribution or order management.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Distribution Rules: Review the distribution rules set up