How To Fix RDM_OPT_INBOUND021 - Bonus buy &1: Incorrect material import data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_INBOUND - Import Framework Message Class

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Bonus buy &1: Incorrect material import data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND021 - Bonus buy &1: Incorrect material import data ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND021 typically indicates that there is an issue with the import data for a bonus buy promotion related to a specific material. This error can arise in the context of Retail Data Management (RDM) when the system encounters unexpected or incorrect data during the import process.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided in the import data may not exist in the system or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields required for the bonus buy promotion may be missing from the import data.
  Data Format Issues: The data format for the fields may not match the expected format (e.g., date formats, numeric values).
  Invalid Values: The values provided for certain fields may not be valid (e.g., negative quantities, invalid discount percentages).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the data being imported.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Material Number: Verify that the material number in the import data exists in the system and is correctly formatted.
  Review Import Data: Ensure that all required fields are present in the import data and that they are populated with valid values.
  Validate Data Formats: Check that the data formats for each field match the expected formats defined in the system.
  Correct Invalid Values: Look for any invalid values in the import data and correct them as necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for the specific requirements of the bonus buy promotion import process.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the import process with a smaller set of sample data to identify any issues before attempting a larger import.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to bonus buys in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  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 relevant transaction codes (e.g., RDM-related transactions) that may help in troubleshooting the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RDM_OPT_INBOUND021 error message.