How To Fix ISU_PS059 - Enter a valid period for the discount validity with semantics name &1 &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_PS - Message class for UPIL

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Enter a valid period for the discount validity with semantics name &1 &2.

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

The validity period of the discount must occur during the validity
period of the product.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_PS059 - Enter a valid period for the discount validity with semantics name &1 &2. ?

  The SAP error message ISU_PS059 typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Utilities) module when there is an issue with the validity period of a discount or pricing condition. This error indicates that the period specified for the discount is not valid or does not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Dates: The start and end dates for the discount validity period may not be set correctly. For example, the end date may be earlier than the start date.
  Missing Dates: Either the start date or the end date may be missing, leading to an incomplete validity period.
  Incorrect Configuration: The discount may not be configured properly in the system, leading to inconsistencies in the validity period.
  Semantic Name Issues: The semantic name referenced in the error message may not correspond to a valid discount or pricing condition in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity period for the discount. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date and that both dates are correctly entered.
  Complete the Period: If either the start or end date is missing, complete the validity period with appropriate dates.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the discount in the system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that all required fields are filled out.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific discount or pricing condition you are working with.
  Test with Different Dates: If the issue persists, try entering different dates to see if the error resolves, which may help identify if the issue is date-specific.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to pricing conditions in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ISU_PS059 error message in SAP.