How To Fix UPS168 - Distribution model does not allow any distribution of packets to &1

UPS168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS - ALE Distribution Packet

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Distribution model does not allow any distribution of packets to &1

What causes this issue?

You want to send a distribution unit to system &V1&.
The ALE distribution model, however, has not provided for distribution
in this system.

System Response

The distribution unit cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Choose another target system.
Maintain the ALE distribution model (TCode BD64) so that message type
UPSMAS can be distributed from the current system to &V2& and message
type UPSRCP can be distributed in the opposite direction.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS168 - Distribution model does not allow any distribution of packets to &1 ?

  The SAP error message UPS168 indicates that the distribution model you are trying to use does not permit the distribution of packets to the specified target. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's distribution model, which is used for managing the distribution of data between different systems or components.
  
  Cause:
  
  Distribution Model Configuration: The distribution model may not be configured to allow the distribution of packets to the specified target. This could be due to missing entries or incorrect settings in the distribution model.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile associated with the distribution model may not be set up correctly, leading to restrictions on data distribution.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the distribution of packets to the target.
  Inactive Distribution Model: The distribution model might be inactive or not properly activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Model:
  
  Go to the transaction code BD64 to check the distribution model.
  Ensure that the model includes the necessary