How To Fix MH009 - Distribution chain &/& is not a store distribution chain

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Distribution chain &/& is not a store distribution chain

What causes this issue?

You wanted to maintain store logistics data for a distribution chain.
However, this is only possible if the distribution chain is one
for stores (as opposed to one for
distribution centers).

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?

Specify a store distribution chain.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH009 - Distribution chain &/& is not a store distribution chain ?

  The SAP error message MH009 indicates that the distribution chain you are trying to use is not recognized as a store distribution chain. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Distribution Chain: The distribution chain you are trying to use may not be set up correctly in the system or may not be designated as a store distribution chain.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or customer master data may not be configured properly for the specified distribution chain.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not have the distribution chain defined as a store distribution chain.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Chain Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Define Distribution Chains.
  Ensure that the distribution chain in question is correctly defined and marked as a store distribution chain.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use Transaction Code: MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check if the material is assigned to the correct distribution chain and that the relevant views (Sales, Plant, etc.) are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Use Transaction Code: VD03 to display the customer master data.
  Ensure that the customer is linked to the correct distribution chain and that all necessary data is filled out.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to check if there are any underlying configuration issues or if any recent changes might have affected the distribution chain settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Material Master), VD03 (Customer Master), SPRO (Configuration).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on distribution chains and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the distribution chain settings and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MH009 error and implement a solution to resolve it.