How To Fix RDM_BBY405 - Missing value for total discount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Missing value for total discount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY405 - Missing value for total discount ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY405, which indicates "Missing value for total discount," typically arises in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions in sales documents. This error suggests that the system expects a total discount value to be provided, but it is either missing or not correctly calculated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Discount Condition: The pricing procedure may not have a defined discount condition type, or the condition type is not being populated correctly in the sales document.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be configured properly in the system, leading to missing values for discounts.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may not have entered the discount values correctly in the sales order or quotation.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate pricing, they may not be functioning as expected, leading to missing values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type.
  Ensure that the discount condition types are correctly defined and included in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document:
  
  Check the sales order or quotation for any missing discount entries. Ensure that the discount condition types are populated correctly.
  If necessary, manually enter the discount values.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the pricing conditions are set up correctly in the system.
  Verify that the condition records for discounts are maintained in the system (transaction code VK11 for creating condition records).
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Logic:
  
  If there are custom enhancements or user exits, review the code to ensure that it is correctly calculating and populating the discount values.
  Test the sales document creation process to identify where the discount value might be getting lost.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to pricing and discounts for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: Pricing Procedure Configuration
  VK11: Create Condition Records
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message RDM_BBY405. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the sales document creation process to ensure that the error is resolved and that discounts are being calculated and applied correctly.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.