How To Fix AH494 - Do not use register discount in the facts

AH494 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 494

• Message text: Do not use register discount in the facts

What causes this issue?

You have used discount key &v2& for operand &v1& in fact maintenance.
This key is not permitted because register discounts cannot be used in
the facts.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose an appropriate discount key using the input help in the field
<LS>Discount</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH494 - Do not use register discount in the facts ?

  The SAP error message AH494, which states "Do not use register discount in the facts," typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with pricing and discounts in sales transactions. This error indicates that there is an issue with how discounts are being applied in the system, particularly when it comes to the use of register discounts in the sales documents or transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The error may arise due to incorrect configuration settings in the pricing procedure or discount settings in the SAP system.
  Incompatibility: The system may not allow the use of register discounts in certain types of transactions or sales documents.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or selection of discount types during the transaction process can trigger this error.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or policies in place that restrict the use of register discounts in certain scenarios.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the pricing