How To Fix MW402 - &1 DC recipient determination not possible: &2 is not a DC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 402

• Message text: &1 DC recipient determination not possible: &2 is not a DC

What causes this issue?

Distibution-center recipient determination has been set up in the item
category of the allocation table item. Recipient determination can only
be carried out for a distribution center. Plant &V2& is not, however, a
distribtion center.

System Response

The system has cancelled distribution-center recipient determination.

How to fix this error?

Enter a distribution center or select a different item category.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW402 - &1 DC recipient determination not possible: &2 is not a DC ?

  The SAP error message MW402 indicates that there is an issue with the determination of a distribution center (DC) recipient in the system. The message typically states: "DC recipient determination not possible: &2 is not a DC," where "&1" and "&2" are placeholders for specific values related to the error.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system is trying to determine a distribution center for a particular transaction, but the specified recipient (in this case, &2) is not recognized as a valid distribution center in the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The recipient may not be set up correctly in the master data. It might not be defined as a distribution center in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the distribution centers may not be properly maintained, leading to the system not recognizing the recipient as a valid DC.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that is causing the system to look for a non-existent DC.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the distribution center.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MW402 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the recipient (identified as &2 in the error message) is correctly set up as a distribution center in the system.
  Go to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., Material Master, Plant Maintenance) and check the settings for the recipient.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for distribution centers is correctly maintained in the system. This includes checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Make sure that the distribution center is assigned to the correct plants and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction that triggered the error and ensure that all entries are correct. Look for any typos or incorrect codes that may have been entered.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the distribution center. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on distribution center setup and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing), and others that may be involved in managing distribution centers.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MW402 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MW402 error in your SAP system.