How To Fix MW866 - The allocation profile entered has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 866

• Message text: The allocation profile entered has not been maintained

What causes this issue?

A stock allocation profile that has not been maintained was
entered.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_EINGABE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW866 - The allocation profile entered has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message MW866 indicates that the allocation profile you are trying to use has not been maintained or configured properly in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system cannot find the necessary allocation profile for a specific material or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Allocation Profile: The allocation profile you are trying to use has not been created or is not assigned to the material or plant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The allocation profile may exist but is not properly configured or maintained in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the allocation profile code entered in the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the allocation profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Allocation Profile:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and check if the allocation profile is assigned to the material.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to maintain the material master data and assign the correct allocation profile.
  
  
  
  Maintain Allocation Profile:
  
  If the allocation profile does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Inventory Management).
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the appropriate section to create or maintain allocation profiles.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the allocation profile code you entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the existing profiles in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the allocation profile. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on maintaining allocation profiles and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object for configuration)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support sites 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 resolve the MW866 error and ensure that the allocation profile is properly maintained in your SAP system.