How To Fix CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND005 - Invalid &1; use input help (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND - Message for KPI functionality

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Invalid &1; use input help (&2)

What causes this issue?

No Customizing settings have been made for the trade spend key
(combination of spend type, spend category, spend method, and discount
method).

System Response

You cannot generate conditions for this trade spend.

How to fix this error?

<ZU>Marketing Projects</>
In Customizing for <LS>Customer Relationship Management</> (CRM), define
the <ZH>Condition Generation Type</> for marketing projects by choosing
<LS> Trade Promotion Management -> Trade Promotions -> Condition
Maintenance -> Define Condition Generation</>.
<ZU>Accounts</>
In Customizing for <LS>Customer Relationship Management</> (CRM), define
the <ZH>Condition Generation Type</> for account planning by choosing
<LS>Account Planning -> Condition Maintenance -> Define Condition
Generation</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND005 - Invalid &1; use input help (&2) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND005 typically indicates that there is an issue with the input value for a specific field in the context of marketing spend or trade spend management. The message suggests that the value entered for a certain field (denoted as &1) is invalid and recommends using the input help (denoted as &2) to find a valid entry.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The value entered in the field does not match any of the valid entries defined in the system. This could be due to a typo, incorrect format, or using a value that is not allowed.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like customer, product, or campaign) may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the input field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the values that can be entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Input Help: Click on the input help (often represented by a button with a question mark or a dropdown arrow) next to the field to see a list of valid entries. Select a valid entry from the list.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the relevant master data exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or update it.
  Verify Input Format: Make sure that the input value adheres to the expected format (e.g., correct data type, length, etc.).
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the field. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system settings allow for the input values you are trying to use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or maintain master data (e.g., BP for Business Partner, MM01 for Material Master).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on marketing and trade spend management processes.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.