How To Fix W_MD057 - No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed
W_MD057 - Overview
Message type: E = Error
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Message class:
W_MD - Message Class for Merchandise Distribution -
Message number: 057
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Message text: No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed
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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
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W_MD057 - Details
Error Code: W_MD057
Error Message: No distribution data exists. Creating a delivery is not allowed
Summary
This error means that the system cannot find any distribution data for the sales order or delivery document, so it prevents the creation of a delivery. Distribution data is essential for determining how the order quantities are allocated to different shipping points or plants.
Root Causes
- Missing or incomplete distribution data in the sales order item (e.g., no shipping point or plant assigned).
- Incorrect or missing configuration in the sales document type or item category that controls distribution.
- Master data issues such as missing shipping point determination or plant assignment for the customer/material combination.
- User error where the sales order was created without proper distribution details or incomplete data entry.
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