How To Fix SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG025 - Unit for minimum quantity and free goods quantity is required.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Unit for minimum quantity and free goods quantity is required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG025 - Unit for minimum quantity and free goods quantity is required. ?

  The SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG025 indicates that there is a missing unit of measure for either the minimum quantity or the free goods quantity in a sales document. This error typically occurs in the context of free goods promotions in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The error arises when the system expects a unit of measure for the minimum quantity or the free goods quantity, but it is not provided in the sales document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the free goods settings in the system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the condition records.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered the data incorrectly, leading to the absence of a unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Sales Document:
  
  Open the sales document where the error occurred.
  Verify that both the minimum quantity and the free goods quantity fields have a valid unit of measure assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Go to the condition records for free goods (transaction code: VK11 or VK12).
  Ensure that the condition records for free goods are correctly maintained, including the unit of measure for both minimum and free goods quantities.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for free goods in the SAP system (transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Free Goods and ensure that the settings are correctly defined, including the units of measure.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entries in the sales document and ensure that all required fields are filled out properly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales document again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), VK11 (Create Condition), and VK12 (Change Condition).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on free goods functionality and configuration.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the free goods processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the SD module for further assistance.