How To Fix /SCMB/ORG_UNIT158 - Sales group &1 is not assigned to sales organization &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORG_UNIT -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Sales group &1 is not assigned to sales organization &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT158 - Sales group &1 is not assigned to sales organization &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT158 indicates that a specific sales group is not assigned to the corresponding sales organization in the system. This error typically arises in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when trying to create or process sales documents.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Assignment: The sales group specified in the transaction is not assigned to the sales organization in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the organizational structure, where the sales group is either incorrectly defined or not linked to the sales organization.
  Data Entry Error: The sales group or sales organization may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Organization > Assign Sales Group to Sales Organization.
  Verify if the sales group (e.g., &1) is assigned to the sales organization (e.g., &2). If not, you will need to create the assignment.
  
  
  
  Create Assignment:
  
  If the sales group is not assigned, you can create the assignment by selecting the appropriate sales organization and adding the sales group.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the sales group and sales organization entered in the transaction to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct sales group or organization, consult your organization's documentation or speak with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVXG (for sales group assignment) or VOV8 (for sales document types) to check related configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the sales group is properly assigned to the sales organization in your SAP system.