How To Fix RDM_OPT_INBOUND068 - Distribution chain &1 &2 differs from distribn chain &3 &4 in header data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_INBOUND - Import Framework Message Class

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Distribution chain &1 &2 differs from distribn chain &3 &4 in header data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND068 - Distribution chain &1 &2 differs from distribn chain &3 &4 in header data ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND068 indicates that there is a mismatch between the distribution chain specified in the item data and the distribution chain in the header data of a document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice). This error typically occurs during the processing of inbound IDocs or when trying to create or update documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Mismatch in Distribution Chains: The distribution chain specified for the line items does not match the distribution chain defined in the header of the document.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: If you are using an interface (like IDocs) to transfer data, the mapping of fields may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies.
  Manual Entry Errors: If the document is being created or modified manually, the user may have entered different distribution chains for the header and item levels.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Distribution Chains:
  
  Verify the distribution chain in the header of the document and ensure it matches the distribution chain in the item data.
  If you are using an IDoc, check the data being sent to ensure that the distribution chains are consistent.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If you find discrepancies, correct the distribution chain in either the header or the item data to ensure they match.
  If the document is being created through an interface, ensure that the mapping logic is correctly implemented to maintain consistency.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP for the distribution chains to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the relevant sales organization, distribution channel, and division are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the document creation or update process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) to check and modify the documents.
  IDoc Monitoring: If the error is related to IDocs, you can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to monitor and analyze the IDocs for any issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RDM_OPT_INBOUND068 error in SAP.