How To Fix WSTRN017 - Cannot find allocation line in the allocation plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTRN - Message for Prepack Creation and Planning Dialog

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Cannot find allocation line in the allocation plan

What causes this issue?

No allocation line exists for this parameter combination.
Parameter,,Value
Article,,&V1&
Assortment,,&V2&
Site group,,&V3&
Allocation rule,,&V4&

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?

Inform your SAP System Administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTRN017 - Cannot find allocation line in the allocation plan ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSTRN017 Cannot find allocation line in the allocation plan
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to find a specific allocation line in an allocation plan but fails because the line does not exist or is not valid for the given parameters. Allocation plans are used in SAP to distribute costs or quantities according to predefined rules. If the allocation plan does not contain the expected line (e.g., a cost center, internal order, or other receiver), the system cannot perform the allocation and throws this error.
  Common reasons include:
  
  The allocation plan has not been maintained or updated correctly.
  The allocation line for the specified receiver (cost center, internal order, etc.) is missing.
  The allocation plan version or validity period does not cover the posting date.
  Incorrect or incomplete master data in the allocation plan.
  The allocation plan is inactive or deleted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Allocation Plan:
  
  Go to transaction KSU1 (Create Allocation Plan) or KSU3 (Display Allocation Plan).
  Verify that the allocation plan exists and is active.
  Check if the allocation line for the relevant receiver (cost center, internal order, etc.) is present.
  Ensure the allocation line is valid for the posting date or period in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain or Correct the Allocation Plan:
  
  If the allocation line is missing, add the required line with the correct receiver and percentage or amount.
  If the allocation plan is outdated, create a new version or update the validity dates.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that the cost centers, internal orders, or other receivers exist and are valid.
  Ensure that the allocation plan is assigned correctly to the sender cost center or sender object.
  
  
  
  Review the Allocation Cycle:
  
  Confirm that the allocation cycle (transaction KSU5) is set up correctly and references the correct allocation plan.
  
  
  
  Test the Allocation:
  
  After corrections, test the allocation run to ensure the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  KSU1 – Create Allocation Plan
  KSU2 – Change Allocation Plan
  KSU3 – Display Allocation Plan
  KSU5 – Execute Allocation Cycle
  KSU7 – Display Allocation Results
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to allocation plans and WSTRN017 error for any known issues or patches.
  Refer to SAP Controlling (CO) module documentation on cost allocation and assessment cycles.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  This error often appears during assessment or distribution cycles when the system cannot find a matching receiver line.
  It may also occur if the allocation plan was copied from a template but not fully maintained.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WSTRN017 Cannot find allocation line in the allocation plan indicates a missing or invalid allocation line in the allocation plan for the specified receiver. To resolve it, verify and maintain the allocation plan lines, ensure validity periods are correct, and confirm master data consistency. Use the relevant SAP transactions to display and update the allocation plan accordingly.