How To Fix /KJCH1/CH01018 - Reference route has the sales area &1 &2 &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /KJCH1/CH01 -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Reference route has the sales area &1 &2 &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /KJCH1/CH01018 - Reference route has the sales area &1 &2 &3. ?

  The SAP error message /KJCH1/CH01018 indicates that there is an issue with a reference route in the context of a specific sales area. This error typically arises in the SAP system when trying to process a transaction related to sales and distribution, particularly when dealing with route determination.
  Cause:
  The error message /KJCH1/CH01018 Reference route has the sales area &1 &2 &3 suggests that the reference route you are trying to use is not defined for the specified sales area. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 represent the sales organization, distribution channel, and division, respectively. This means that the system cannot find a valid route for the combination of these parameters.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Route Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPRO (Customizing).
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics > Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Routes > Define Routes.
  Verify if the route in question is defined for the specific sales area (sales organization, distribution channel, and division).
  
  
  
  Define Missing Routes:
  
  If the route is not defined for the sales area, you will need to create it. Ensure that you include the correct sales organization, distribution channel, and division when defining the route.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the sales area settings are correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the transaction code OVX5 (Define Sales Area).
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer and material involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly assigned to the sales area and that the relevant route is available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for customizing settings.
  OVX5 for checking sales area settings.
  VT01N for route determination in transportation management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to route determination and sales area configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /KJCH1/CH01018.