How To Fix WN039 - Dist. channel &2\&1 does not have distribution chain cat. &3

WN039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Dist. channel &2\&1 does not have distribution chain cat. &3

What causes this issue?

The &V1& distribution channel for the &V2& sales organization does not
belong to the category Consumer.
(TVKOV-VLTYP)

How to fix this error?

If necessary, maintain the <DS:SIMG.W_OE_EG_WL_0101.SIMG_ORAL>reference
plant for the distribution chain</> in Customizing.
INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN039 - Dist. channel &2\&1 does not have distribution chain cat. &3 ?

  The SAP error message WN039 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution channel configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the distribution channel you are trying to use does not have a valid distribution chain category assigned to it. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The distribution channel you are trying to use is not properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Assignment: The distribution channel may not be assigned to the correct distribution chain category in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Channel Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Master Data > Customer Master > Define Distribution Channel.
  Ensure that the distribution channel is correctly defined and has the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Verify