How To Fix WU247 - Promotion type & not defined

WU247 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Promotion type & not defined

What causes this issue?

The promotion type entered does not exist.

System Response

The promotion cannot be created with this promotion type.

How to fix this error?

Select a promotion type from the list of possible entries or maintain
the <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0220>promotion type</> in Customizing.
INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU247 - Promotion type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message WU247, which states "Promotion type & not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP's promotion management or pricing functionality. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined promotion type for the specified identifier, which can hinder processes related to promotions, discounts, or marketing campaigns.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Promotion Type: The promotion type specified in the transaction or configuration is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the promotion management settings, leading to the system not recognizing the promotion type.
  Data Entry Error: The promotion type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with the defined types in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the promotion type may not have been created or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Promotion Type Definition:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Sales and Distribution or Promotion Management).
  Verify if the promotion type