How To Fix /SCMB/PRT_PAYTERMS012 - Enter normal cash discount percentage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/PRT_PAYTERMS -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Enter normal cash discount percentage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/PRT_PAYTERMS012 - Enter normal cash discount percentage ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/PRT_PAYTERMS012 Enter normal cash discount percentage typically occurs in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with payment terms in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expects a normal cash discount percentage to be entered, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cash Discount Percentage: The most common cause of this error is that the normal cash discount percentage field is left blank or is not filled in correctly in the payment terms configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment terms may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the requirement for a cash discount percentage that is not set.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip entering the cash discount percentage when creating or modifying payment terms.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Cash Discount Percentage:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the payment terms are being defined or modified.
  Locate the field for the normal cash discount percentage and enter the appropriate value (e.g., 2%).
  Save the changes and try to proceed with the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Terms Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment terms in SAP (Transaction code: OBB8).
  Ensure that the payment terms in question have a valid cash discount percentage defined.
  If necessary, create or modify the payment terms to include the cash discount percentage.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  After making the changes, validate the payment terms by testing the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBB8 (Define Payment Terms) and OBBH (Change Payment Terms) for managing payment terms in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring payment terms and cash discounts.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify payment terms in the system.
  Consulting SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the cash discount percentage is correctly entered in the system.