How To Fix /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES551 - Surcharge/discount must neither be processed nor deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Surcharge/discount must neither be processed nor deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES551 - Surcharge/discount must neither be processed nor deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES551 indicates that there is an issue with the processing of surcharges or discounts in the system. This error typically arises in the context of pricing conditions in sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactional documents where discounts or surcharges are applied.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The surcharge or discount may be incorrectly configured in the pricing procedure.
  Condition Records: There may be missing or incorrect condition records for the surcharge or discount.
  Document Status: The document you are trying to process may be in a status that does not allow for changes to surcharges or discounts.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or validations in place that prevent the processing or deletion of certain surcharges or discounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure assigned to the document type. Ensure that the surcharge/discount condition types are correctly configured and allowed in the procedure.
  Review Condition Records: Verify that the condition records for the surcharge or discount exist and are correctly maintained. You can do this using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition).
  Document Status: Check the status of the document you are working with. If it is already processed or in a locked state, you may need to unlock it or create a new document.
  Consult Business Rules: If there are specific business rules or validations in place, consult with your SAP functional team or business process owner to understand the restrictions and how to address them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13 (Display Condition), and V/08 (Maintain Pricing Procedures).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition types.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.