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How To Fix WR177 - Sales organization &1 does not exist


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WR - Messages for Revaluation at Retail

  • Message number: 177

  • Message text: Sales organization &1 does not exist

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WR177 - Sales organization &1 does not exist ?

    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WR177: Sales organization &1 does not exist:


    Error Message

    WR177: Sales organization &1 does not exist


    Cause

    This error occurs when the system cannot find the specified sales organization in the SAP system. The sales organization entered or referenced in a transaction or configuration does not exist in the system's master data.

    Common reasons include:

    • The sales organization has not been created or maintained in the system.
    • Typographical error or incorrect sales organization code entered.
    • The sales organization was deleted or is inactive.
    • The sales organization is not assigned to the relevant company code or distribution channel.

    Solution

    1. Check Sales Organization Master Data:

      • Go to transaction OVX5 or SPRO ? Enterprise Structure ? Definition ? Sales and Distribution ? Define Sales Organization.
      • Verify if the sales organization code exists.
    2. Create or Maintain Sales Organization:

      • If the sales organization does not exist, create it using transaction OVX5 or via SPRO customizing.
      • Ensure the sales organization is properly assigned to the relevant company code and distribution channel.
    3. Verify Input Data:

      • Check the sales organization code entered in the transaction or program for typos.
      • Correct the sales organization code if it is wrong.
    4. Check Authorizations:

      • Sometimes, the user may not have authorization to access certain sales organizations, which might cause the system to behave as if it does not exist.
      • Verify user authorizations for sales organization access.
    5. Check Integration Points:

      • If the error occurs during data upload or interface processing, verify the source data for correct sales organization codes.
      • Ensure that the sales organization exists in the target system.

    Related Information

    • Transaction Codes:

      • OVX5 – Define Sales Organization
      • SPRO – Customizing Implementation Guide
      • OVX6 – Assign Sales Organization to Company Code
      • OVX7 – Assign Sales Organization to Distribution Channel
    • Tables:

      • TVKO – Sales Organizations
      • TVKOT – Sales Organization Texts
    • Notes:

      • Always ensure that the sales organization is assigned to the correct company code and distribution channel to avoid further errors.
      • If the sales organization was recently created, ensure that the system has been refreshed or the relevant customizing transport has been imported.

    If you provide the context where this error occurs (e.g., sales order creation, data upload, report execution), I can give more specific guidance.

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