How To Fix SDCORE099 - Distribution channel & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDCORE -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Distribution channel & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The error analysis for the incorrect record shows that the distribution
channel 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 distribution channel and restart the assignment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDCORE099 - Distribution channel & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SDCORE099 typically indicates that the distribution channel specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error is common in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when trying to process sales documents, such as sales orders or quotations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Distribution Channel: The distribution channel entered in the transaction does not match any of the distribution channels defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The distribution channel may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master or material master data may not be set up correctly for the specified distribution channel.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified distribution channel.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Channel:
  
  Verify the distribution channel entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Master Data > Customer > Define Distribution Channels.
  Ensure that the distribution channel in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (Transaction code: XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data) to ensure that the distribution channel is correctly assigned to the customer.
  Check the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the distribution channel is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the distribution channel. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  XD03 for customer master data.
  MM03 for material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on distribution channels and their configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Sales and Distribution module.