How To Fix WRMA_CAT017 - Allocation method requires distribution across site

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Allocation method requires distribution across site

What causes this issue?

You entered <ZK>Equal Distribution Across Site</> as the allocation
method, but you have not selected <ZK>Distribution Across Site</>.

System Response

This setting is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Either select <ZK>Distribution Across Site</> or choose a different
allocation method.

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 WRMA_CAT017 - Allocation method requires distribution across site ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRMA_CAT017: Allocation method requires distribution across site
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when you are trying to use an allocation method that mandates the distribution of costs or quantities across multiple sites (plants), but the system detects that the distribution is not properly defined or missing. Essentially, the allocation method selected expects a site-level distribution key or rule, but such a distribution is not maintained or activated in the system.
  
  Explanation:
  
  In SAP, allocation methods are used in various modules (e.g., Production Planning, Cost Center Accounting, Warehouse Management) to allocate costs, quantities, or resources.
  Some allocation methods require that the allocation be distributed across different sites/plants.
  If the allocation method is configured to require site distribution but the distribution key or relevant master data (such as distribution rules or site assignments) is not maintained, the system throws this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Allocation Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the allocation method you are using.
  Verify if the allocation method requires distribution across sites.
  If yes, ensure that the distribution across sites is properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Distribution Across Sites:
  
  Maintain the distribution key or rules that define how the allocation should be split across sites.
  This can be done in the relevant customizing transaction or master data maintenance screen depending on the module.
  For example, in Warehouse Management or Production Planning, check the distribution keys or site assignments.
  
  
  
  Adjust Allocation Method or Distribution:
  
  If distribution across sites is not required for your business process, consider changing the allocation method to one that does not require site distribution.
  Alternatively, maintain the necessary distribution data to satisfy the allocation method requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the sites/plants involved are correctly set up and assigned.
  Check if the relevant master data (e.g., cost centers, plants, storage locations) are properly linked.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This error is commonly seen in modules like Warehouse Management (WM), Production Planning (PP), and Controlling (CO) when dealing with allocations.
  The exact transaction or customizing path depends on the module and business process.
  Example customizing paths:
  
  For Warehouse Management: SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Strategies ? Allocation ? Define Allocation Methods
  For Controlling: SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Center Accounting ? Planning ? Allocation ? Define Allocation Methods
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Allocation method requires site-level distribution but distribution data is missing or incomplete.
  Solution: Maintain the distribution across sites as required by the allocation method or change the allocation method to one that does not require site distribution.
  Check: Allocation method configuration, distribution keys, master data for sites/plants.
  
  
  If you provide the specific module or transaction where this error occurs, I can give more precise instructions.