How To Fix RDM_BBY356 - Cond. types for 'Disc. Amount' on 'Buy' and 'Get' side must be different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Cond. types for 'Disc. Amount' on 'Buy' and 'Get' side must be different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY356 - Cond. types for 'Disc. Amount' on 'Buy' and 'Get' side must be different ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY356 indicates that there is a mismatch in the condition types for the 'Discount Amount' on the 'Buy' and 'Get' sides of a promotion or rebate agreement. This typically occurs in the context of rebate processing or promotional agreements where different discount conditions are expected for the buying and getting sides of the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Type Mismatch: The condition types defined for the discount amounts on the 'Buy' side (the side where the customer purchases) and the 'Get' side (the side where the rebate or discount is applied) are the same, which is not allowed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration in the pricing procedure may not be set up correctly, leading to the same condition type being used for both sides.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the promotion or rebate agreement can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Types: Review the condition types assigned to both the 'Buy' and 'Get' sides of the agreement. Ensure that they are different as required by the system.
  
  Navigate to the relevant pricing procedure in the SAP configuration and verify the condition types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the condition types are incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the pricing procedure or the condition records to ensure that different condition types are used for the 'Buy' and 'Get' sides.
  
  This can be done in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control.
  
  
  
  Review Agreement Setup: If you are creating a new promotion or rebate agreement, double-check the entries to ensure that the correct condition types are being used.
  
  Make sure that the 'Buy' side has a condition type that is different from the 'Get' side.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct condition types to use, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing condition records.
  Pricing Procedure: Understand how pricing procedures work in SAP, as they define how pricing is calculated and what condition types are applicable.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RDM_BBY356 error and ensure that your discount conditions are set up correctly in SAP.