How To Fix WV255 - No division is defined for distribution chain &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 255

• Message text: No division is defined for distribution chain &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV255 - No division is defined for distribution chain &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message WV255 "No division is defined for distribution chain &1/&2" typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when the system cannot find a division assigned to a specific distribution channel and sales organization combination. This can happen during various processes, such as creating a sales order, quotation, or when trying to access certain master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the division has not been defined for the specified distribution channel and sales organization in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material or customer may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not being able to find the necessary division.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or master data that prevent the system from linking the distribution channel to the division.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Master Data > Define Divisions.
  Ensure that the division is defined for the relevant distribution channel and sales organization combination.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create the necessary entries.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (transaction code XD02 for general data or VD02 for sales area data) to ensure that the division is correctly assigned.
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM02) to ensure that the division is correctly assigned in the sales views.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Area:
  
  Ensure that the sales area (sales organization, distribution channel, and division) is correctly set up and that the division is assigned to the sales area.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  XD02: Change Customer Master Data.
  MM02: Change Material Master Data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring sales and distribution settings.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant master data and configuration settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or customizations affecting the standard behavior.