How To Fix SDCORE098 - Division & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDCORE -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Division & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The error analysis for the incorrect record shows that the division
does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the assignment is no longer required, delete this row. Otherwise,
create a division and restart the assignment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDCORE098 - Division & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SDCORE098 typically indicates that there is an issue with the division (or "division code") in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. The error message states that the specified division does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating sales orders, quotations, or other SD-related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Division Code: The division code entered in the transaction does not match any existing division in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master or material master may not have the correct division assigned.
  Configuration Issues: The division may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistyped the division code or selected the wrong one from a dropdown list.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Division Code: Verify that the division code entered is correct. You can do this by checking the relevant master data (customer or material) to see if the division exists.
  Review Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer master record (transaction code XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data) and check if the division is correctly assigned.
  For material master, use transaction code MM03 to check the division assignment.
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Ensure that the division is configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Master Data -> Define Divisions.
  If the division is missing, you may need to create it or reconfigure it.
  
  
  User Training: If the issue is due to user error, consider providing training or documentation to help users understand how to select the correct division.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XD03, VD03, MM03, and SPRO for checking and configuring master data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Sales and Distribution and master data management for more insights on divisions and their configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SDCORE098 error message.