How To Fix /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES568 - Surcharge/discount must not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 568

• Message text: Surcharge/discount must not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES568 - Surcharge/discount must not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES568 indicating "Surcharge/discount must not be deleted" typically arises in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales orders, purchase orders, or billing documents. This error suggests that there is an attempt to delete a surcharge or discount condition that is not allowed due to certain business rules or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Business Rules: The system may have business rules that prevent the deletion of certain surcharge or discount conditions once they have been applied to a document.
  Document Status: The document (e.g., sales order, invoice) may be in a status that does not allow changes to pricing conditions.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the pricing procedure may be set to disallow the deletion of specific condition types.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other conditions or documents that require the surcharge or discount to remain intact.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document you are trying to modify is in a status that allows changes. If it is already processed (e.g., invoiced), you may need to reverse or cancel the document first.
  Review Pricing Procedure: Check the pricing procedure configuration in the SAP system to see if the condition type for the surcharge/discount is set to allow deletion. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team.
  Consult Business Rules: Verify with your business process owners or SAP functional team if there are specific business rules that prevent the deletion of these conditions.
  Use Alternative Methods: Instead of deleting the surcharge/discount, consider adjusting the values to zero if the business process allows it. This way, you can effectively negate the surcharge/discount without deleting it.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or messages for additional context that may help identify why the deletion is being blocked.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA02 (Change Sales Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or VF02 (Change Billing Document) to access the relevant documents.
  Condition Records: Use transaction VK11 to view or maintain condition records related to surcharges and discounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling surcharges and discounts.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further assistance.