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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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.

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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 valid for the specified sales organization and distribution channel. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the system.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data (material master, customer master, etc.) is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the assortment grade. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the assortment grades. This can be done through transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the WM198 error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Transaction Code: If you are using a specific transaction code to make the change, ensure that you are following the correct procedure and that the transaction is functioning as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the WM198 error message. SAP Notes often provide specific fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP WM to further investigate the problem.