How To Fix SD_PRODUCT_HIER016 - Purpose '*' is only allowed if sales org. and distr. chnl are set to '*'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_PRODUCT_HIER - SD Product Hierarchy Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Purpose '*' is only allowed if sales org. and distr. chnl are set to '*'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_PRODUCT_HIER016 - Purpose '*' is only allowed if sales org. and distr. chnl are set to '*'. ?

  The SAP error message SD_PRODUCT_HIER016 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the sales organization and distribution channel in relation to the product hierarchy. Specifically, the error states that the purpose '' (which typically means "all" or "any") is only allowed if both the sales organization and distribution channel are also set to ''.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs in the context of product hierarchy assignments in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. The following are common causes for this error:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The product hierarchy is configured in such a way that it does not align with the sales organization and distribution channel settings.
  Hierarchy Assignment: The product hierarchy is being used in a context where specific sales organizations and distribution channels are expected, but the settings are not correctly defined.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the product, sales organization,