How To Fix /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES071 - Set "FixPolStrt" for sales product change only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Set "FixPolStrt" for sales product change only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES071 - Set "FixPolStrt" for sales product change only ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES071 with the description "Set 'FixPolStrt' for sales product change only" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) or when dealing with specific configurations in the SAP system related to sales products or policies.
  Cause:
  This error message usually indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a sales product or a policy change that is not aligned with the expected settings in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the system is expecting a certain parameter (FixPolStrt) to be set when making changes to a sales product, but it is not currently set or is incorrectly configured.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in your SAP system where sales products or policies are defined.
  Look for the parameter FixPolStrt and ensure it is set correctly for the sales product you are trying to change.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Product Management).
  This documentation may provide insights into the correct settings and configurations required for sales product changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  They may have additional insights or patches that can help resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, ensure to test the functionality to confirm that the error no longer occurs and that the sales product changes can be processed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the configuration settings (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Change Logs: Review any recent changes made to the system that might have affected the configuration of sales products or policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your sales product changes can be processed without issues.