How To Fix WES_OUTBOUND407 - Multiple distribution chains (&1 and &2) in bonus buy &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Multiple distribution chains (&1 and &2) in bonus buy &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND407 - Multiple distribution chains (&1 and &2) in bonus buy &3 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WES_OUTBOUND407 Multiple distribution chains (&1 and &2) in bonus buy &3
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Wholesale Distribution (WES) module during outbound processing, specifically related to bonus buy scenarios. The system has detected that there are multiple distribution chains assigned to the same bonus buy condition or transaction (&3), which is not allowed.
  
  Distribution Chain in SAP represents a combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division.
  A bonus buy is a promotional condition where customers receive additional goods or discounts based on certain criteria.
  The error indicates that the bonus buy condition or transaction is linked to more than one distribution chain (&1 and &2), causing ambiguity in processing.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Bonus buy conditions must be uniquely assigned to a single distribution chain.
  Having multiple distribution chains for the same bonus buy leads to conflicts in pricing, delivery, and billing processes.
  The system throws this error to prevent inconsistent or incorrect outbound delivery processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Bonus Buy Configuration:
  
  Go to the bonus buy master data or condition records.
  Verify the distribution chain assignments.
  Ensure that each bonus buy condition is assigned to only one distribution chain.
  
  
  
  Correct the Distribution Chain Assignment:
  
  If multiple distribution chains are assigned, decide which one is correct for the bonus buy.
  Remove or adjust the incorrect distribution chain assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Area Data:
  
  Check the sales organization, distribution channel, and division combinations.
  Make sure the bonus buy is consistent with the sales area data.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  In transaction SPRO, navigate to the relevant WES or SD customizing for bonus buy and distribution chains.
  Ensure that the settings do not allow multiple distribution chains for a single bonus buy.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After corrections, test the outbound process again to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WES-related transactions for bonus buy configuration.
  SPRO for customizing.
  VA01/VA02 for sales order processing.
  VL01N/VL02N for outbound delivery processing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WES bonus buy and distribution chain errors for any patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for Wholesale Distribution (WES) module.
  Bonus buy and distribution chain configuration guides.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process step where this error occurs, I can help with more specific instructions.