How To Fix WU356 - Internal number assignment not allowed for promotion type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Internal number assignment not allowed for promotion type &

What causes this issue?

You have not entered a promotion number. However, internal number
assignment is not possible for promotion type &V1&.

System Response

The system cannot create the promotion.

How to fix this error?

Enter the promotion number or assign an internal number range in
Customizing for <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0220>promotion type</> &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU356 - Internal number assignment not allowed for promotion type & ?

  The SAP error message WU356, which states "Internal number assignment not allowed for promotion type &," typically occurs in the context of promotions and pricing in SAP systems, particularly in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This error indicates that the system is trying to assign an internal number to a promotion type that does not allow it.
  Cause:
  
  Promotion Type Configuration: The promotion type you are trying to use may be configured in such a way that it does not allow internal number assignment. This could be due to settings in the promotion type configuration.
  Incorrect Promotion Type: The promotion type being used may not be appropriate for the transaction or context in which it is being applied.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or restrictions that prevent internal number assignment for certain promotion types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Promotion Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for promotion types in your SAP system.
  Verify if the promotion type in question is set to allow internal number assignment. If not, you may need to change the configuration or select a different promotion type that allows it.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Promotion Type:
  
  If the promotion type you are trying to use does not support internal number assignment, consider using a different promotion type that does.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to promotion types and number assignment to understand the specific requirements and limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for promotions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to create or modify the promotion has the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WU356 error and implement a suitable solution.