How To Fix WRF_PRC_POHF216 - Only distribution centers are permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_POHF - Messages for Seasonal Purchase Order Processing

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Only distribution centers are permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF216 - Only distribution centers are permitted ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF216 with the description "Only distribution centers are permitted" typically occurs in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with purchase orders or stock transfer orders in SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to create or process a purchase order or stock transfer order that references a location (such as a plant or storage location) that is not designated as a distribution center. In SAP, distribution centers are specific locations that are set up to handle the distribution of goods, and certain processes or transactions may be restricted to these locations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Location: Verify that the location (plant or storage location) you are trying to use in the transaction is indeed set up as a distribution center in the system.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the location is not set up as a distribution center, you may need to update the master data:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Logistics or Supply Chain Management area).
  Ensure that the location is marked as a distribution center.
  
  
  
  Use a Valid Distribution Center: If the location you are trying to use is not a distribution center, you may need to select a different location that is designated as a distribution center.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for distribution centers in the relevant modules (like SAP APO or SAP S/4HANA). Ensure that the distribution center settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify orders involving distribution centers.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific configuration and setup of distribution centers in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking or modifying master data, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MD01 (MRP Run).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the procurement or supply chain processes are trained on the importance of using the correct distribution centers and the implications of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.