How To Fix RDM_BBY185 - You cannot deactivate a planned bonus buy

RDM_BBY185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: You cannot deactivate a planned bonus buy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY185 - You cannot deactivate a planned bonus buy ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY185, which states "You cannot deactivate a planned bonus buy," typically occurs in the context of managing promotions or bonus buy offers in the SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to deactivate a bonus buy promotion that is either currently active or has certain dependencies that prevent it from being deactivated.
  Causes:
  
  Active Promotion: The bonus buy promotion is currently active and cannot be deactivated until it has expired or been completed.
  Dependencies: There may be other promotions or sales activities that are linked to the bonus buy, preventing its deactivation.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict the deactivation of planned promotions based on business rules.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to deactivate the bonus buy may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Promotion Status: Verify the status of the bonus buy promotion. If it is still