How To Fix /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG103 - Business transaction is free of charge

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Business transaction is free of charge

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG103 - Business transaction is free of charge ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG103 indicates that a business transaction is marked as free of charge. This typically occurs in the context of service management or project management within SAP, where certain transactions or services are defined not to incur any charges.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The business transaction may be configured in such a way that it is set to be free of charge. This could be due to specific settings in the service master data, pricing conditions, or contract agreements.
  Service Type: The service or transaction type may inherently be defined as free of charge in the system.
  Customer Agreements: There may be agreements or contracts with customers that stipulate certain services are provided free of charge.
  Missing Pricing Conditions: If the pricing conditions for the transaction are not maintained or are incorrectly set, the system may default to treating the transaction as free of charge.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the business transaction in the SAP system. Ensure that the pricing conditions are correctly set up and that the transaction is not inadvertently marked as free of charge.
  Check Service Master Data: Review the service master data to ensure that the service is not defined as free of charge. Adjust the settings if necessary.
  Examine Customer Contracts: If applicable, review any customer contracts or agreements to confirm whether the service should indeed be free of charge. If it should not be, update the contract accordingly.
  Maintain Pricing Conditions: If pricing conditions are missing, create or adjust the necessary pricing conditions in the system to ensure that the transaction is charged appropriately.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings), SE11 (to check table definitions), or SE80 (to explore the development objects) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional insights into similar issues.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the pricing logic for the business transaction.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP service management or pricing configurations.