How To Fix SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG031 - Calculation type for determining 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: 031

• Message text: Calculation type for determining free goods quantity is required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG031 - Calculation type for determining free goods quantity is required. ?

  The SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG031 indicates that the system requires a calculation type for determining the free goods quantity in the sales and distribution (SD) module. This error typically arises when you are trying to process a sales order or a related document that involves free goods, but the necessary configuration for calculating the free goods quantity is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The calculation type for free goods is not defined in the system. This can happen if the free goods functionality has not been properly set up in the sales document type or the relevant pricing procedure.
  Incorrect Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not be configured to handle free goods.
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may not include the necessary conditions for 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 Calculation Types.
  Ensure that a calculation type is defined for free goods and that it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Calculation Type:
  
  Ensure that the calculation type is assigned to the relevant sales document type or pricing procedure.
  You can do this by navigating to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Free Goods > Assign Calculation Types to Sales Document Types.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify that the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type includes the necessary condition types for free goods.
  Go to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Pricing Procedures and check the relevant pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, create a new sales order or document to test if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Free Goods Functionality: This feature allows businesses to offer promotional items or additional quantities of a product without charge, which can be a part of marketing strategies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on configuring free goods.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is required for free goods calculation, consider using user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) to implement custom functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process sales orders involving free goods.