How To Fix WU859 - Promotion discount not copied, as discount level &1 unknown

WU859 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 859

• Message text: Promotion discount not copied, as discount level &1 unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU859 - Promotion discount not copied, as discount level &1 unknown ?

  The SAP error message WU859, which states "Promotion discount not copied, as discount level &1 unknown," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when dealing with promotions and discounts in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Unknown Discount Level: The discount level specified in the promotion is not recognized by the system. This could happen if the discount level has not been defined in the system or if there is a typo in the discount level code.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the promotion or discount might not be set up correctly in the system. This includes missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the promotion management module.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from recognizing the discount level.
  
  
  Promotion Validity: The promotion might not be valid for the specific customer,