How To Fix WU820 - Deletion of article & & not possible, discount entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Deletion of article & & not possible, discount entered

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete a promotion material for which a promotion discount
is entered.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

First delete the material from the promotion discount overview.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU820 - Deletion of article & & not possible, discount entered ?

  The SAP error message WU820 indicates that the deletion of an article (material) is not possible because a discount has been entered for that article. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when trying to delete a material that has associated pricing conditions or discounts.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Discounts: The primary cause of this error is that there are active discounts or pricing conditions associated with the article in question. SAP prevents the deletion of articles that have financial implications, such as discounts, to maintain data integrity.
  Open Sales Orders: If there are open sales orders or quotations that reference the article, this can also prevent deletion.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow for deletion, such as being marked for deletion in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Remove Discounts: Check the pricing conditions for the article and remove any discounts or pricing entries associated with it. This can typically be done in the condition records (transaction codes like VK11, VK12).
  Check Open Documents: Review any open sales orders, quotations, or contracts that reference the article. You may need to close or delete these documents before you can delete the article.
  Change Material Status: If the material is marked for deletion, you may need to change its status to allow for deletion. This can be done in the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Consult with a SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the implications of removing discounts or deleting articles, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), VK11/VK12 (Maintain Pricing Conditions), and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to manage materials and pricing conditions effectively.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on managing materials and pricing conditions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to materials and pricing conditions in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU820 error and successfully delete the article if it is appropriate to do so.