How To Fix WU136 - Create module not possible - define promotion period first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Create module not possible - define promotion period first

What causes this issue?

Promotion modules can only be created if the listing period for
the promotion has been defined, since this period is copied
automatically into the module as the validity period.
Vice versa, you may no longer change the period for the
listing in the promotion header once modules have been created
with this validity period.
The period in the promotion header results from the
earliest and latest listing date at plant group level. After creating
a promotion module, you can still only assign new plant groups with a
listing period that is within the period.

System Response

Automatic return to the previous screen.

How to fix this error?

First define all the validity periods and then call the
function "Create module" again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU136 - Create module not possible - define promotion period first ?

  The SAP error message WU136, "Create module not possible - define promotion period first," typically occurs in the context of SAP's promotion management or sales and distribution modules. This error indicates that a promotion period must be defined before you can create a promotion module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create a promotion module without having a defined promotion period in the system. The promotion period is essential because it specifies the timeframe during which the promotion will be active, and without it, the system cannot process the creation of the module.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a promotion period in the system. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Promotion Period Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction code in SAP (often this is done through the SAP Easy Access menu).
  The transaction code for defining promotion periods may vary, but it is commonly found under the Sales and Distribution (SD) module or Promotion Management.
  
  
  
  Define the Promotion Period:
  
  In the promotion period configuration screen, enter the necessary details such as:
  
  Start date and end date of the promotion.
  Any other relevant parameters that define the promotion period.
  
  
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Create the Promotion Module:
  
  After successfully defining the promotion period, you can now proceed to create the promotion module.
  Navigate back to the module creation screen and attempt to create the module again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WUPR (for promotion management) or others specific to your SAP version.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage promotion periods and modules.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing promotions and periods, as the steps may vary based on the version of SAP you are using.
  Consulting with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU136 error and successfully create your promotion module.