How To Fix WRETAIL_SIBS046 - No cost savings determined; no sufficient ROI.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRETAIL_SIBS - Message class for Strategic Investment Buying Simulation

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No cost savings determined; no sufficient ROI.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRETAIL_SIBS046 - No cost savings determined; no sufficient ROI. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRETAIL_SIBS046 No cost savings determined; no sufficient ROI
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the SAP Retail module, specifically within the Promotion Planning or Promotion Costing processes. The system evaluates the planned promotion and calculates the expected cost savings or Return on Investment (ROI). 
  
  The message indicates that the system has not determined any cost savings from the promotion.
  As a result, the ROI is insufficient or zero, meaning the promotion is not financially justified based on the input data.
  This can happen if:
  
  The promotion parameters (discounts, costs, expected sales uplift) are not correctly maintained.
  The cost savings calculation logic does not find any benefit.
  The expected uplift in sales or margin is too low or negative.
  Incorrect or missing data in the promotion costing or planning setup.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review Promotion Parameters:
  
  Check the promotion setup, including discounts, costs, and expected sales uplift.
  Ensure that all relevant data (costs, prices, expected volume increases) are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Verify Costing Data:
  
  Confirm that the costing data for the promotion is complete and accurate.
  Check if the cost elements and cost centers are properly assigned.
  
  
  
  Adjust Promotion Plan:
  
  Modify the promotion plan to increase the expected sales uplift or reduce costs.
  Consider changing the promotion type or conditions to improve ROI.
  
  
  
  Check Calculation Logic:
  
  Review any custom logic or user exits that might affect the ROI calculation.
  Ensure that the system is correctly calculating cost savings based on the input data.
  
  
  
  Run Simulation:
  
  Use the promotion simulation tools to test different scenarios and identify parameters that improve ROI.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes related to WRETAIL_SIBS046 for patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module: SAP Retail (Promotion Planning / Promotion Costing)
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Promotion Planning in APO)  
  WPR1 (Promotion Planning in ECC Retail)  
  Or other promotion-related transactions depending on your system setup.
  
  
  SAP Help: Check SAP Retail Promotion Planning documentation for detailed costing and ROI calculation methods.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WRETAIL_SIBS046.
  User Exits / BAdIs: Custom enhancements might influence ROI calculations; review these if applicable.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, promotion type), I can help with more specific guidance.