06640 - Promotion & only runs from & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Promotion & only runs from & to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06640 - Promotion & only runs from & to & ?

  The SAP error message "06640 Promotion & only runs from & to &" typically occurs in the context of promotions or pricing conditions in SAP, particularly within the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that a promotion is only valid for a specific time frame, and the current date does not fall within that range.
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Issue: The promotion is set to be active only between specific start and end dates. If the current date is outside this range, the error will be triggered.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the promotion setup, such as incorrect dates being entered.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like customer or material master) may not be aligned with the promotion's validity period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Promotion Dates: Verify the start and end dates of the promotion in the SAP system. Ensure that the current date falls within this range.
  Adjust Dates: If the promotion is supposed to be active, you may need to adjust the start or end dates in the promotion configuration.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the promotion to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to manage promotions and their validity periods.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to access promotion settings, such as VK11 for condition records or V/06 for pricing procedures.
  Promotion Types: Understand the different types of promotions (e.g., discounts, special pricing) and their configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, test the promotion to ensure it works as expected within the defined date range.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.