How To Fix WART_MSG020 - The given distribution chain is not valid (not in TVKOV).

WART_MSG020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WART_MSG - Messages of Merchandise service

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The given distribution chain is not valid (not in TVKOV).

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WART_MSG020 - Details

• The SAP error message WART_MSG020 indicates that the distribution chain you are trying to use is not valid because it is not found in the relevant table (TVKOV). This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when dealing with sales documents, pricing, or material master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Distribution Chain: The distribution chain you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the distribution chain may not have been created or activated.
  
  Configuration Issues: The distribution chain may not be properly configured in the system, meaning it has not been assigned to the relevant sales organization or plant.
  Master Data Issues: The material or customer master data may not be set up for the specified distribution chain.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Chain: Verify that the distribution chain you are using is correctly entered and exists in the system. You can check this