How To Fix SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG006 - Condition validity start date is required.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG - Message class for Free Goods maintenance

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Condition validity start date is required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG006 - Condition validity start date is required. ?

  The SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG006 indicates that a condition validity start date is required for free goods in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a sales document that includes free goods, but the necessary condition records do not have a validity start date defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validity Dates: The condition records for free goods do not have a validity start date set. This is essential for the system to determine when the free goods promotion is applicable.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for free goods in the pricing procedure may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incorrect data.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of the sales document, the required fields may not have been filled out correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to check the condition records for free goods.
  Ensure that the validity start date and end date are correctly set for the relevant condition type (e.g., free goods).
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type. Ensure that the free goods condition type is correctly configured and that it includes the necessary fields for validity dates.
  You can review the pricing procedure using transaction code V/08.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Condition Records:
  
  If the condition records do not exist, create them with the appropriate validity dates.
  If they exist but are incorrect, update them to include the necessary validity start date.
  
  
  
  Test the Sales Document:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the sales document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  
  Condition Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific condition types used for free goods in your organization, as they may vary based on configuration.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on setting up free goods promotions and pricing procedures.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP SD expert for further assistance.