How To Fix SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG010 - Free goods type '&1' not defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Free goods type '&1' not defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG010 - Free goods type '&1' not defined. ?

  The SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG010 indicates that a free goods type specified in a sales document is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when trying to process a sales order that includes free goods.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Undefined Free Goods Type: The free goods type specified in the sales order does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The free goods type may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not be set up to handle free goods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Free Goods Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Free Goods > Define Free Goods Types.
  Ensure that the free goods type you are trying to use is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Document Type:
  
  Check if the sales document type you are using is allowed to process free goods.
  In SPRO, navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types and ensure that the relevant settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data for the item in question is correctly set up to allow free goods.
  Check the sales views of the material master to see if free goods settings are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order:
  
  Review the sales order to ensure that the free goods type is correctly entered and corresponds to a valid entry in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VA01 for creating sales orders, and VA02 for changing sales orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to free goods configuration or known bugs.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the free goods type not being defined in your SAP system.