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Message type: E = Error
Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR
Message number: 008
Message text: Deletion of reference store of store distr. chain not allowed
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W0008
- Deletion of reference store of store distr. chain not allowed ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
SAP Error Message:
W0008 - Deletion of reference store of store distribution chain not allowed
Cause:
This warning message occurs when you attempt to delete a reference store that is assigned to a store distribution chain in SAP Retail. The reference store acts as a template or a key store in the distribution chain, and deleting it directly is not permitted because it would affect the integrity of the distribution chain setup.
In other words, the system prevents deletion of a store that is currently being used as a reference store in a store distribution chain to avoid inconsistencies or data integrity issues.
Explanation:
To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
Check the Store Distribution Chain:
WMDV
(Display Store Distribution Chain) or WMDV
can be used to view distribution chains.Change the Reference Store:
Delete the Store:
Additional Checks:
Transaction Codes:
WMDV
- Display/Change Store Distribution ChainWMDM
- Maintain Store Master DataWMD1
- Create Store Master DataSAP Notes:
Best Practices:
Aspect | Details |
---|---|
Error Message | W0008 - Deletion of reference store of store distribution chain not allowed |
Cause | Attempt to delete a store that is assigned as a reference store in a distribution chain |
Solution | Change the reference store in the distribution chain to another store, then delete |
Related Tcodes | WMDV, WMDM, WMD1 |
If you need further assistance or step-by-step guidance on changing the reference store, feel free to ask!
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