How To Fix WV082 - No distribution channels able to be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 082

• Message text: No distribution channels able to be selected

What causes this issue?

No distribution channels could be selected using the selection criteria
you entered.

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?

Please check your entries again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV082 - No distribution channels able to be selected ?

  The SAP error message WV082: No distribution channels able to be selected typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when trying to create or process sales documents (like sales orders, quotations, etc.). This error indicates that the system cannot find any distribution channels that meet the criteria specified in the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Distribution Channel Configuration: The distribution channel may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  
  
  Sales Organization Issues: The sales organization associated with the distribution channel may not be set up properly or may not be active.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The customer master data or material master data may not have the necessary distribution channel assigned.
  
  
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area (which consists of sales organization, distribution channel, and division) may not be defined correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the distribution channels.
  
  
  Transaction-Specific Settings: Certain transactions may have specific settings that restrict the available distribution channels.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Distribution Channel Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and navigate to Sales and Distribution > Master Data > Customer > Define Distribution Channels. Ensure that the distribution channels are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Organization:
  
  Ensure that the sales organization linked to the distribution channel is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (transaction code XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data) to ensure that the correct distribution channel is assigned.
  Similarly, check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the distribution channel is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Area:
  
  Ensure that the sales area is correctly defined and that the combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division exists in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the distribution channels. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transaction-Specific Settings:
  
  Review any specific settings related to the transaction you are trying to execute. This may involve checking the transaction configuration or any user exits that may affect the selection of distribution channels.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  XD03 for customer master data.
  MM03 for material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on sales and distribution processes and configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.