How To Fix VQ217 - Default format missing for remaining product allocation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VQ - SD Archiving and Product Allocation

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Default format missing for remaining product allocation

What causes this issue?

To use collective product allocations in the info structure, you must
enter a masking symbol in table T190H.
The keys for the general hierarchy entries in the info structure are
formed from the masking symbol. Collective product allocations are
entered from Report RMQUOT01.

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 you want to use collective product allocations you must enter a
masking symbol in table T190H. If collective product allocations are
not used, the field can stay blank.

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