How To Fix WRF_PPW758 - Distribution chain &1 of site group not equal to DC &2 of header data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PPW - Price Planning Workbench

• Message number: 758

• Message text: Distribution chain &1 of site group not equal to DC &2 of header data

What causes this issue?

You tried to add site groups that involve distribution chain &V1&.
However, distribution chain &V2& in the header data differs from it.

System Response

Processing is cancelled

How to fix this error?

Change the distribution chain in the header data to match the
distribution chain of the site groups. You will not be able to save the
site groups otherwise, because sites can generally only be assigned to
one distribution chain.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PPW758 - Distribution chain &1 of site group not equal to DC &2 of header data ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_PPW758 Distribution chain &1 of site group not equal to DC &2 of header data
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during processes involving distribution chains (DC) in SAP, typically in the context of Demand Planning (DP) or Supply Network Planning (SNP) within SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization).
  
  The message indicates a mismatch between the distribution chain assigned to the site group and the distribution chain specified in the header data of the planning or order document.
  In other words, the distribution chain (&1) assigned to the site group does not match the distribution chain (&2) in the header data.
  This inconsistency can happen during data transfer, planning run, or when creating or updating planning objects, such as planning books, macros, or planning versions.
  
  
  Typical Causes:
  
  Incorrect master data assignment:
  
  The site group is assigned to a distribution chain that differs from the one in the header data.
  
  
  Data inconsistency between planning objects:
  
  The planning version or planning book header has a different distribution chain than the site group used in the planning run.
  
  
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration:
  
  Distribution chains are not consistently maintained across site groups and planning versions.
  
  
  User input error:
  
  Manual entry or selection of mismatched distribution chains during planning or data upload.
  
  
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  Check Distribution Chain Assignments:
  
  Verify the distribution chain assigned to the site group.
  Transaction: /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Site Group Maintenance) or relevant master data transaction.
  
  
  Check Header Data Distribution Chain:
  
  Review the distribution chain in the header data of the planning version or planning book.
  
  
  Align Distribution Chains:
  
  Ensure that the distribution chain of the site group matches the distribution chain in the header data.
  If necessary, correct the distribution chain assignment in the site group or update the header data to match.
  
  
  Review Planning Version and Planning Book Settings:
  
  Make sure that the planning version and planning book are configured with consistent distribution chains.
  
  
  Re-run Planning or Data Transfer:
  
  After correcting the data, re-execute the planning run or data transfer process.
  
  
  Check Customizing:
  
  In case of custom developments or enhancements, verify that the logic handling distribution chains is consistent.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Distribution Chain (DC): In SAP APO, a distribution chain represents a sequence of locations (plants, warehouses, etc.) through which products are distributed.
  Site Group: A grouping of sites (locations) used for planning purposes.
  Header Data: Refers to the metadata or control data of a planning version, planning book, or order document.
  This error is common in Demand Planning (DP) or Supply Network Planning (SNP) scenarios where master data consistency is critical.
  Always ensure master data consistency before running planning jobs or data transfers.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WRF_PPW758 Distribution chain &1 of site group not equal to DC &2 of header data
  
  
  Cause
  Mismatch between distribution chain of site group and distribution chain in header data
  
  
  Solution
  Align distribution chains in site group and header data; correct master data and re-run process
  
  
  Related Transactions
  /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Site Group Maintenance), planning version/book maintenance transactions
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction codes or steps to check and correct the distribution chain assignments, please let me know!