How To Fix MN736 - No rebate arrangements extended (function terminated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 736

• Message text: No rebate arrangements extended (function terminated)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN736 - No rebate arrangements extended (function terminated) ?

  The SAP error message MN736 ("No rebate arrangements extended (function terminated)") typically occurs in the context of rebate processing in SAP. This error indicates that the system could not find any rebate arrangements that have been extended for the specific customer or material combination you are working with. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  No Rebate Arrangement Exists: There may not be any rebate arrangements created for the customer or material in question.
  Rebate Arrangement Not Extended: The rebate arrangement exists but has not been extended to the relevant sales area or customer.
  Incorrect Sales Area: The sales area (combination of company code, sales organization, and distribution channel) may not be correctly set up or may not match the rebate arrangement.
  Validity Period: The rebate arrangement may not be valid for the date of the transaction you are trying to process.
  Status of Rebate Arrangement: The rebate arrangement may be inactive or not in a status that allows it to be used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Rebate Arrangements:
  
  Go to the rebate arrangement transaction (e.g., VBO1 for creating, VBO2 for changing, or VBO3 for displaying).
  Verify that there are active rebate arrangements for the customer and material combination.
  
  
  
  Extend Rebate Arrangement:
  
  If the rebate arrangement exists but is not extended, you can extend it to the relevant sales area using transaction VBO1 or VBO2.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Area:
  
  Ensure that the sales area in the transaction matches the sales area for which the rebate arrangement is defined.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Confirm that the transaction date falls within the validity period of the rebate arrangement.
  
  
  
  Review Status:
  
  Check the status of the rebate arrangement to ensure it is active and can be used for processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to rebate processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VBO1: Create Rebate Arrangement
  VBO2: Change Rebate Arrangement
  VBO3: Display Rebate Arrangement
  VBOF: Rebate Settlement
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to rebate processing.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage rebate arrangements.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to rebate processing, which can be found in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MN736 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.