How To Fix SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG033 - For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 033

• Message text: For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG033 - For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same. ?

  The SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG033 indicates that there is an issue with the units of measure (UoM) for discounted goods in a sales document. Specifically, it states that all units of measure should be the same when dealing with free goods or discounts.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Different Units of Measure: The sales document contains items that have different units of measure. For example, one item might be measured in pieces (EA), while another might be measured in boxes (BX).
  
  
  Free Goods Configuration: The configuration for free goods in the pricing procedure may require that all items involved in the free goods calculation must have the same unit of measure.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data Entry: During the entry of sales orders, if the user selects different units of measure for items that are supposed to be part of a free goods promotion, this error will be triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Units of Measure: Review the sales order or document where the error occurred. Ensure that all items that are part of the free goods promotion have the same unit of measure.
  
  
  Adjust Item Details: If you find that items have different units of measure, you may need to adjust the item details to ensure consistency. This can involve changing the unit of measure for one or more items to match.
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure: If the issue persists, check the pricing procedure configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the rules for free goods are set up correctly and that they align with the business requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling free goods and discounts in your version of SAP.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users entering sales orders are trained on the importance of maintaining consistent units of measure when dealing with promotions or discounts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on free goods configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to sales order processing (e.g., VA01 for creating sales orders, VA02 for changing them).
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Review the configuration settings for units of measure in the material master and sales document types to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your sales documents are processed correctly.