How To Fix RQ342 - Selected record was neither copied nor distributed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Selected record was neither copied nor distributed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ342 - Selected record was neither copied nor distributed ?

  The SAP error message RQ342, which states "Selected record was neither copied nor distributed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Application Link Enabling (ALE) or Distribution Model when there is an issue with the distribution of master data or transactional data between systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Model: The distribution model may not be correctly set up for the object you are trying to distribute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the logical systems or the message type may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Not Selected: The data you are trying to distribute may not meet the selection criteria defined in the distribution model.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or errors that prevent it from being copied or distributed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Model:
  
  Go to transaction BD64 to check the distribution model. Ensure that the relevant message types and logical systems are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the object you are trying to distribute is included in the distribution model.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the logical systems involved. Ensure that they are correctly defined in transaction SALE.
  Check the settings for the message types in transaction WE81 and ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Selection:
  
  Ensure that the data you are trying to distribute is selected correctly. Check the selection criteria and ensure that the records meet these criteria.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Review the data for any inconsistencies or errors. You may need to correct any issues before attempting to distribute again.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the distribution has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Data:
  
  If the data was not processed due to the error, you may need to reprocess it. This can often be done through the relevant transaction for the data type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BD64: Display/Change Distribution Model
  SALE: Logical System and Distribution Model Configuration
  WE81: Message Types
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for RQ342 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.