How To Fix RDM_BBY055 - Enter either a validity period or a promotion

RDM_BBY055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Enter either a validity period or a promotion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY055 - Enter either a validity period or a promotion ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY055, which states "Enter either a validity period or a promotion," typically occurs in the context of managing promotions or pricing conditions in SAP, particularly within the Retail or Sales and Distribution modules. This error indicates that the system requires either a validity period (start and end dates) or a promotion identifier to proceed with the operation you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validity Period: The system expects a defined time frame during which the promotion or pricing condition is valid. If this information is not provided, the error will occur.
  Missing Promotion Identifier: If you are trying to create or modify a promotion and have not specified a promotion code or identifier, the system will not know which promotion you are referring to.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect or incomplete data entry in the relevant fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RDM_BBY055 error, you can take the following