How To Fix W_MD057 - No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed

W_MD057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_MD - Message Class for Merchandise Distribution

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed

What causes this issue?

No merchandise distribution data is available for purchase order &. For
this reason, the creation of deliveries is prohibited.

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?

First, create merchandise distribution data for this order by creating a
stock transfer order for standard purchase order &.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_MD057 - No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message W_MD057: No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed typically occurs in the context of materials management and logistics when attempting to create a delivery for a sales order or a stock transfer. This error indicates that there is no distribution data available for the item in question, which prevents the creation of a delivery.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Distribution Data: The most common cause is that the item does not have any distribution data set up in the system. This could be due to the item not being properly configured in the material master or not having the necessary sales and distribution data.
  
  
  Incorrect Sales Order Status: The sales order may not be in a status that allows for delivery creation. For example, if the order is not fully confirmed or if there are issues with the order itself.
  
  
  Stock Availability Issues: If there is no stock available for