How To Fix WU851 - You can no longer change the distribution chain (&1,&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 851

• Message text: You can no longer change the distribution chain (&1,&2)

What causes this issue?

You want to change the distribution chain, although promotion discounts
already exist at material hierarchy level.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

If you really want to change the distribution chain, delete the
promotion discount at material level.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU851 - You can no longer change the distribution chain (&1,&2) ?

  The SAP error message WU851 indicates that you can no longer change the distribution chain for a specific material or product. This typically occurs when certain conditions are met, such as when the distribution chain is locked or when the material is already in a status that prevents changes.
  Causes:
  
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes to the distribution chain.
  Locked Distribution Chain: The distribution chain may be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes.
  Sales Document Status: If there are open sales orders or deliveries associated with the distribution chain, changes may be restricted.
  Master Data Settings: The distribution chain may have been set up in a way that restricts changes after certain transactions have occurred.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Review the status of the material in question. If it is blocked or in a restricted status, you may need to change it back to an active status.
  Unlock Distribution Chain: If the distribution chain is locked, investigate the transactions that are causing the lock. You may need to complete or cancel those transactions.
  Review Open Documents: Check for any open sales orders, deliveries, or other documents that may be linked to the distribution chain. You may need to close or modify these documents before making changes.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to check the material's details.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the distribution chain.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.