How To Fix WM198 - SOrg/DisChnl &/& Change assortment grade & using "Change"

WM198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 198

• Message text: SOrg/DisChnl &/& Change assortment grade & using "Change"

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to change an assortment grade which already exists
for the distribution chain (SOrg/DisChnl). This is not possible using
the function "Create". The existing assortment grade is stored in
segment MVKE for each distribution chain and appears as the third
object named in the message.

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?

If you wish to change the assortment grade you must use the function
"Change". To continue with the function "Create" you must enter an
assortment grade value other than the one displayed in the message.
You may find, however, that several different assortment grades have
already been defined for various distribution chains - then you will
only be able to work with the "Change" function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM198 - SOrg/DisChnl &/& Change assortment grade & using "Change" ?

  The SAP error message WM198 typically relates to issues in the Warehouse Management (WM) module, specifically when trying to change the assortment grade for a specific sales organization (SOrg) and distribution channel (DisChnl). This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The assortment grade you are trying to change may not be valid for the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to the material, sales organization, or distribution channel.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the assortment grade.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent changes to the assortment grade for the specified combination of sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity of Assortment Grade: Ensure that the assortment grade you are trying to assign is