How To Fix WV_RRM010 - A different distribution chain was assigned to article hierarchy &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV_RRM - Pricing: RRM Interface

• Message number: 010

• Message text: A different distribution chain was assigned to article hierarchy &1

What causes this issue?

The distribution chain &V2&, which differs from the distribution chain
&V3& specified here for the data export, is assigned to the article
hierarchy &V1&.

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?

Check if the article hierarchy &V1& should be used for the data export
of the distribution chain &V3& specified here.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV_RRM010 - A different distribution chain was assigned to article hierarchy &1 ?

  The SAP error message WV_RRM010 indicates that there is a mismatch between the distribution chain assigned to an article hierarchy and the distribution chain that is being used in a particular transaction or process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with merchandise management and article hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Distribution Chains: The article hierarchy you are trying to use is assigned to a different distribution chain than the one currently being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the distribution chains are not properly set up for the article hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data where the article hierarchy is not correctly linked to the intended distribution chain.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Article Hierarchy Assignment:
  
  Go to the article hierarchy configuration in SAP and verify which distribution chains are assigned to the article hierarchy in question.
  Ensure that the distribution chain you are using in your transaction is indeed linked to the article hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Adjust Distribution Chain:
  
  If you are using the wrong distribution chain, switch to the correct one that is associated with the article hierarchy.
  If necessary, you may need to create a new assignment for the distribution chain to the article hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the articles involved to ensure that they are correctly assigned to the appropriate distribution chains.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the master data to resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings related to article hierarchies and distribution chains to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or OVX5 (Maintain Distribution Chain) to check or modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on article hierarchies and distribution chains in the context of your specific SAP version.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Retail or S/4HANA.