How To Fix M8528 - You cannot edit conditions in the case of free goods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 528

• Message text: You cannot edit conditions in the case of free goods

What causes this issue?

This item is for free goods. Since items of this kind are valuated at
zero, it does not make sense to enter or display condition values. The
system therefore does not allow this.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8528 - You cannot edit conditions in the case of free goods ?

  The SAP error message M8528, "You cannot edit conditions in the case of free goods," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when dealing with free goods in a sales order or pricing procedure. This error indicates that the system does not allow modifications to the pricing conditions for free goods, as they are predefined and meant to be handled automatically by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Free Goods Configuration: The error arises when the system identifies that the item in question is classified as free goods. In SAP, free goods are usually defined in the pricing procedure and are intended to be given without charge, meaning they do not have a price associated with them.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure may have been set up in such a way that it restricts changes to conditions related to free goods.
  Document Type: The document type or sales order type may have specific settings that prevent editing of conditions for free goods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Free Goods Configuration: Check the configuration for free goods in the pricing procedure. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements and that the free goods are correctly defined.
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document. Ensure that the conditions for free goods are set up correctly and that they do not allow for manual changes.
  Use Correct Document Type: Ensure that you are using the correct sales document type that supports the intended pricing and free goods handling.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the specific settings related to free goods in your system.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to pricing conditions, although in the case of free goods, this may not resolve the issue if the system is designed to prevent such changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling free goods in your version of SAP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to sales and distribution processes in SAP, particularly focusing on pricing and free goods handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP SD to further investigate the configuration and settings in your system.