How To Fix WRMA_CAT142 - Distribution must not be active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Distribution must not be active

What causes this issue?

The billing document type has flag <ZK>Distribution active</> set.

System Response

This billing document type is not allowed for use case type <ZK>RMA</>.

How to fix this error?

Either set the distribution (cost allocation) to inactive, or use
another billing document type for the RMA inbound processing.

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_CAT142 - Distribution must not be active ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRMA_CAT142: Distribution must not be active:
  
  Error Message
  WRMA_CAT142: Distribution must not be active
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in the context of Returnable Transport Packaging (RTP) or Returnable Packaging Material (RPM) management in SAP, particularly when dealing with the distribution or transfer of packaging materials.
  The message indicates that an operation (such as a change, deletion, or certain processing steps) is being attempted on a distribution record or document that is currently active or open. In SAP, certain transactions or changes are only allowed when the distribution is in an inactive or completed status.
  For example:
  
  You might be trying to delete or modify a distribution record that is still active.
  You might be trying to create a new distribution or process a return while the previous distribution is still active.
  The system enforces that distributions must be closed or inactive before certain operations can proceed.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During processing of returnable packaging material distributions.
  When trying to change or delete a distribution document that is still active.
  When attempting to create a new distribution while the previous one is not yet completed.
  During warehouse or logistics processes involving packaging material movements.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the distribution is not active before proceeding. Here are the steps:
  
  
  Check Distribution Status:
  
  Use transaction codes related to packaging material or distribution (e.g., /SCWM/PRDI for packaging returnable distribution in EWM or relevant transaction in ECC).
  Verify the status of the distribution document or record.
  
  
  
  Complete or Close the Distribution:
  
  If the distribution is still active, complete all required steps to close it.
  This might involve confirming goods movements, posting returns, or completing warehouse tasks.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Reverse if Needed:
  
  If the distribution is stuck or incorrectly active, consider canceling or reversing the distribution document according to your business process.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  Once the distribution is inactive or closed, retry the operation that caused the error.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing and User Authorizations:
  
  Sometimes, the error might be due to missing authorizations or incorrect customizing settings that prevent status changes.
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions and that the distribution status profile is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Returnable Packaging Management is a specialized area in SAP that handles the lifecycle of reusable packaging materials.
  Distribution documents track the movement and status of these materials.
  Status management is critical to ensure consistency and avoid conflicts in logistics processes.
  This error helps maintain data integrity by preventing operations on active distributions.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WRMA_CAT142: Distribution must not be active
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to perform an operation on a distribution that is currently active/open
  
  
  Solution
  Complete or close the distribution before proceeding; check status and retry operation
  
  
  Context
  Returnable Packaging Material (RPM) or Returnable Transport Packaging (RTP) management
  
  
  
  
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