How To Fix PSSC_AD_BILL019 - Deduction type &1 does not exist or is not a rule-based deduction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_AD_BILL - PSSC_AD_BILL

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Deduction type &1 does not exist or is not a rule-based deduction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_AD_BILL019 - Deduction type &1 does not exist or is not a rule-based deduction ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_AD_BILL019 indicates that there is an issue with a deduction type in the billing process. Specifically, it states that the deduction type specified (represented by &1) either does not exist in the system or is not configured as a rule-based deduction.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Deduction Type: The deduction type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system. This could happen if the deduction type was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The deduction type exists but is not set up as a rule-based deduction. This means that it may not be configured to be used in the context you are trying to apply it.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or incorrect entry in the deduction type field during the billing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deduction Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the deduction type exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path (usually under Financial Accounting or Sales and Distribution).
  Ensure that the deduction type is set up correctly as a rule-based deduction.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Deduction Type:
  
  If the deduction type does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the deduction type in the system and ensuring it is marked as rule-based.
  If it exists but is not rule-based, you may need to modify its settings to enable rule-based deductions.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the deduction type in the billing document. Ensure that there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up deduction types and understanding the rules associated with them.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or SE11 (to check the table definitions) to investigate further.
  Tables: The relevant tables for deduction types may include T001 (Company Codes) and T006 (Units of Measure), among others, depending on your specific configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify deduction types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.