How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS109 - Deduction type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS - Message Class for Periods & Due Date Tools

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Deduction type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS109 - Deduction type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS109 indicates that a deduction type specified in a process (such as a pricing procedure or a sales order) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with pricing and deductions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Deduction Type: The deduction type referenced in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The deduction type not being created in the system.
  The deduction type being deleted or deactivated.
  A typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or transaction.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The deduction type may not be properly configured in the pricing procedure or related settings.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly upgraded or if changes were transported from another system, the deduction type may not have been included in the transport.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deduction Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under SPRO) and check if the deduction type exists.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the configuration settings for pricing and deductions.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Deduction Type:
  
  If the deduction type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for pricing.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the pricing procedure and ensure that the deduction type is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that all related settings (like condition types) are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that there are no typographical errors in the deduction type reference in your transaction or configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific deduction type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the underlying tables or SE80 (Object Navigator) for more detailed analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.