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How To Fix WRF_APC749 - Sales data exist for distribution chain &1/&2, material &3


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

  • Message number: 749

  • Message text: Sales data exist for distribution chain &1/&2, material &3

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC749 - Sales data exist for distribution chain &1/&2, material &3 ?

    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:


    SAP Error Message:

    WRF_APC749 Sales data exist for distribution chain &1/&2, material &3


    Meaning / Cause:

    This error message occurs when you attempt to perform an operation (such as changing or deleting a material master record or distribution chain data) that conflicts with existing sales data for the specified distribution chain and material.

    Specifically, the system is indicating that sales data already exists for the combination of:

    • Distribution Chain: &1 (Sales Organization)
    • Distribution Channel: &2
    • Material: &3

    Because sales data exists, certain changes or deletions are restricted to maintain data consistency and integrity.


    Common Scenarios When This Error Occurs:

    • Trying to delete or change the sales area data of a material that has existing sales documents (sales orders, deliveries, billing documents).
    • Attempting to delete or modify distribution chain data in the material master when sales transactions exist.
    • Changing sales area-specific data in the material master that is referenced by sales documents.

    Solution / How to Resolve:

    1. Check Existing Sales Documents:

      • Use transaction codes like VA05 (List of Sales Orders), VL06O (Outbound Deliveries), or VF05 (Billing Documents) to check if there are open or historical sales documents for the material in the specified sales area.
    2. Review Material Master Sales Data:

      • Use MM03 to display the material master.
      • Navigate to the Sales: Sales Org. Data 1 and Sales: Sales Org. Data 2 views for the relevant sales organization and distribution channel.
    3. If Deletion is Intended:

      • You cannot delete sales area data if sales documents exist.
      • You must first delete or close all sales documents related to the material in that sales area.
      • Alternatively, if deletion is not possible, consider marking the material as discontinued or blocked for sales in the sales area to prevent further sales.
    4. If Change is Intended:

      • Review the changes you want to make.
      • Some fields cannot be changed if sales documents exist.
      • Consider creating a new material or sales area data if the change is significant.
    5. Consult with Sales/Distribution Team:

      • Coordinate with the sales team to understand the impact of changes.
      • Ensure no active sales processes will be disrupted.

    Additional Notes:

    • This message is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in sales data.
    • Always perform such changes in a controlled environment (e.g., development or quality system) before applying in production.
    • If you are unsure about the impact, consult SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) functional consultant.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Cause Sales data exists for the material in the specified sales area (distribution chain).
    Effect Prevents deletion or certain changes to sales area data in the material master.
    Solution Check and clear sales documents or block the material for sales; avoid deleting sales area data if sales documents exist.
    Transactions VA05, VL06O, VF05, MM03

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