How To Fix WRF_SHOP099 - Change of distribution chain to &1 &2 is not allowed

WRF_SHOP099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_SHOP - Message Class for Shop Maintenance

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Change of distribution chain to &1 &2 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Changes to the distribution chain are not possible, because this
distribution chain has dependent hierarchy IDs for which multiple
assignment is allowed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

WRF_SHOP099 - Details

• The SAP error message WRF_SHOP099 indicates that there is an issue with changing the distribution chain for a specific material or product. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Retail or Logistics modules when trying to modify the distribution chain for a material that is not allowed to be changed due to certain restrictions or settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Restrictions: The distribution chain may be locked or restricted due to configuration settings in the system. This can happen if the material is already assigned to a different distribution chain or if there are specific rules in place that prevent changes.
  
  
  Material Status: The material might have a status that does not allow changes to the distribution chain. For example, if the material is marked as obsolete or inactive, changes may be restricted.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There could be inconsistencies or issues in the master data related to the material or