How To Fix RPM_WORKLIST013 - Unknown distribution method &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_WORKLIST - Portf. Mgmt Worklist: Business Object Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Unknown distribution method &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_WORKLIST013 - Unknown distribution method &1 ?

  The SAP error message RPM_WORKLIST013, which states "Unknown distribution method &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Resource and Project Management (RPM) module. This error indicates that the system has encountered a distribution method that it does not recognize or that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Distribution Method: The distribution method specified in the configuration or during the execution of a transaction is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The distribution methods may not have been properly configured in the system, or there may be a missing entry in the relevant customizing tables.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the distribution method code entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Distribution Method: Verify the distribution method being used. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Resource and Project Management.
  Check the configuration for distribution methods to ensure that the method you are trying to use is defined.
  
  
  Create or Modify Distribution Method: If the distribution method does not exist, you may need to create it or modify an existing one. This typically involves:
  
  Defining the distribution method in the relevant customizing area.
  Ensuring that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to RPM and distribution methods for additional guidance.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, 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 SPRO (Customizing), OMPA (for distribution methods), and others that may be relevant to your specific configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RPM_WORKLIST013 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.