How To Fix SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG046 - This selection is not possible in the inclusive bonus quantity field.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 046

• Message text: This selection is not possible in the inclusive bonus quantity field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG046 - This selection is not possible in the inclusive bonus quantity field. ?

  The SAP error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG046 indicates that there is an issue with the inclusive bonus quantity field in the context of free goods processing in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to process a selection related to free goods due to configuration or data issues.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The free goods determination procedure may not be correctly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the free goods types, conditions, and the relevant pricing procedure.
  Data Issues: The sales document may not meet the criteria for free goods, such as the quantity ordered not being sufficient to trigger the free goods.
  Incompatible Settings: The settings for the inclusive bonus quantity may not align with the sales order or the pricing conditions defined in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master or customer master) may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for free goods in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the free goods determination procedure is correctly set up, including the conditions and the relevant pricing procedure.
  Verify that the inclusive bonus quantity is correctly defined in the free goods settings.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document:
  
  Check the sales order or document that triggered the error. Ensure that the quantity ordered meets the criteria for free goods.
  Make sure that the correct material and customer are being used, and that they are set up to allow for free goods processing.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured for free goods.
  Check the customer master data to ensure that the customer is eligible for free goods promotions.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  Try creating a new sales order with different quantities or materials to see if the error persists.
  This can help identify if the issue is specific to certain data or a broader configuration problem.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to free goods processing for any additional insights or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  VA01/VA02 (Create/Change Sales Order)
  VK11/VK12 (Maintain Pricing Conditions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with free goods processing.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on free goods processing and configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message SD_FREE_GOODS_MSG046.