How To Fix RDM_BBY180 - Enter the bonus buy currency at the header level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Enter the bonus buy currency at the header level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY180 - Enter the bonus buy currency at the header level ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY180, which states "Enter the bonus buy currency at the header level," typically occurs in the context of promotions or bonus buy offers in SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that the system requires a currency to be specified for the bonus buy promotion at the header level of the document (such as a sales order or promotion document) but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Information: The header of the promotion or sales document does not have a specified currency for the bonus buy.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the promotion or bonus buy settings in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required currency information when creating or modifying the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Bonus Buy Currency:
  
  Navigate to the header section of the relevant document (e.g., promotion or sales order).
  Look for a field labeled "Bonus Buy Currency" or similar.
  Enter the appropriate currency (e.g., USD, EUR) that applies to the bonus buy promotion.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the currency field is not available or is not functioning as expected, check the configuration settings for promotions in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the bonus buy settings are correctly configured to allow for currency entry.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up and manage bonus buy promotions, including currency requirements.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is frequently encountered, consider providing additional training for users on how to correctly enter and manage promotions and bonus buys in SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to promotions and bonus buys, such as RDM1 for managing promotions.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to enter and modify promotion details, including currency information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RDM_BBY180 error and successfully enter the required bonus buy currency at the header level.