How To Fix WPRO_XI_PROXY213 - Cannot delete bonus buy &1 of Promotion &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPRO_XI_PROXY - Messages Service Processing Retail Event

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Cannot delete bonus buy &1 of Promotion &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPRO_XI_PROXY213 - Cannot delete bonus buy &1 of Promotion &2 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WPRO_XI_PROXY213 Cannot delete bonus buy &1 of Promotion &2
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Promotion Management or SAP Trade Promotion Management, specifically when dealing with bonus buys (free goods or promotional items) linked to a promotion.
  
  Cause
  This error arises because the system is preventing the deletion of a bonus buy item (&1) that is still linked or assigned to a promotion (&2). The reasons can include:
  
  The bonus buy is currently in use or referenced in active promotion documents or conditions.
  There are dependent records or transactions that rely on this bonus buy.
  The bonus buy might be part of a promotion that is already released, active, or in a status that disallows modification.
  The system enforces data integrity and does not allow deletion of bonus buys that would break the promotion setup.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Promotion Status:
  
  Verify the status of the promotion (&2). If it is active, released, or in a status that disallows changes, you may need to set it to a modifiable status (e.g., "Created" or "In Preparation") before deleting the bonus buy.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  Identify and remove any dependencies or references to the bonus buy (&1) within the promotion.
  This may include deleting or adjusting condition records, promotion items, or related documents that use the bonus buy.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  Use the appropriate SAP transaction or application (e.g., WPR0 for promotion management) to manage bonus buys and promotions.
  Ensure you follow the standard process for deleting bonus buys, which may require first removing them from the promotion.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Documents:
  
  Ensure there are no open or pending documents (e.g., sales orders, deliveries) that include the bonus buy.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Confirm you have the necessary authorization to delete bonus buys and modify promotions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WPR0 - Promotion Management
  WPR1 - Promotion Document Processing
  WPR2 - Promotion Condition Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP Trade Promotion Management (TPM)
  SAP Sales and Distribution (SD)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for notes related to "WPRO_XI_PROXY213" or bonus buy deletion issues in SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity:
  
  SAP enforces strict data integrity in promotion management to avoid inconsistencies in pricing and promotions.
  
  
  
  
  If after these steps the issue persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details of the promotion, bonus buy, and the exact steps leading to the error.