How To Fix PROM_PROMOTER004 - Type &1 is invalid

PROM_PROMOTER004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROM_PROMOTER - Messages regarding Promoter API

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Type &1 is invalid

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PROM_PROMOTER004 - Details

• The SAP error message PROM_PROMOTER004 with the description "Type &1 is invalid" typically occurs in the context of promotions or pricing in SAP systems, particularly when working with the Promotion Management module. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid type for a promotion or related object.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Promotion Type: The promotion type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings for promotions in the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the customizing settings.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect value or code for the promotion type, leading to the error.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the promotion type may not be set up correctly or is missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Promotion Type: Verify that the promotion type you are trying to use is valid and exists