How To Fix RDM_BBY085 - You can only delete bonus buys using report RDM_BBY_DELETE_02

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: You can only delete bonus buys using report RDM_BBY_DELETE_02

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY085 - You can only delete bonus buys using report RDM_BBY_DELETE_02 ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY085 indicates that you are attempting to delete bonus buys directly from the system, which is not allowed. Instead, the system requires you to use a specific report to perform this action.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is designed to manage bonus buys through a controlled process to ensure data integrity and proper handling of promotional activities. Direct deletion attempts bypass this process, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to use the designated report to delete bonus buys. The report mentioned in the error message is RDM_BBY_DELETE_02. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Access the Report:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter the transaction code for the report (usually SE38 or SA38 for executing reports).
  
  
  
  Execute the Report:
  
  Input the report name RDM_BBY_DELETE_02.
  Execute the report.
  
  
  
  Select Bonus Buys:
  
  Follow the prompts to select the bonus buys you wish to delete. You may need to specify selection criteria such as date ranges, specific bonus buy IDs, etc.
  
  
  
  Run the Deletion:
  
  After selecting the appropriate bonus buys, execute the report to perform the deletion.
  
  
  
  Check for Confirmation:
  
  Once the report has run, check for any messages confirming the successful deletion of the bonus buys.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on the RDM_BBY_DELETE_02 report and its parameters.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to execute the report and delete bonus buys.
  Testing: It is advisable to test the deletion process in a development or quality assurance environment before executing it in production to avoid unintended data loss.
  Support: If you encounter further issues or have specific questions about the report, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to successfully delete bonus buys without encountering the RDM_BBY085 error.