How To Fix 06212 - Quantity conversion error in net price calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Quantity conversion error in net price calculation

What causes this issue?

The system was not able to convert the <GL:order_unit>order unit</>
into the <GL:purchase_order_price_unit>purchase order price unit</>.
Possible reasons:
the conversion results in a net price that is too high, or
the conversion factor for the units has not been properly maintained.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the units of measure and their conversion factor are
correct.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06212 - Quantity conversion error in net price calculation ?

  The SAP error message "06212 Quantity conversion error in net price calculation" typically occurs during the pricing procedure in sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is an issue with the conversion of quantities between different units of measure. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when calculating the net price for a sales order, purchase order, or invoice.
  Causes:
  
  
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of units of measure in the material master or the pricing procedure. If the system cannot convert between the base unit of measure and the order unit of measure, it will trigger this error.
  
  
  Missing Conversion Factors: If the conversion factors between different units of measure are not defined correctly in the system, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Pricing Conditions: If the pricing conditions are set up incorrectly or if there are inconsistencies in the pricing procedure, it can cause issues during the net price calculation.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the sales order or purchase order, such as entering an incorrect quantity or unit of measure, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: Problems with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect unit of measure settings, can also cause this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the units of measure defined for the material. Ensure that the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Conversion Factors:
  
  Ensure that the conversion factors between different units of measure are correctly defined in the system. This can be checked in the material master under the "Units of Measure" view.
  
  
  
  Examine Pricing Conditions:
  
  Review the pricing procedure and ensure that all necessary pricing conditions are correctly set up. Check for any missing or incorrect condition records.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the sales order or purchase order for any data entry errors, particularly in the quantity and unit of measure fields.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate, particularly the unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  VK11 (Create Condition)
  VK12 (Change Condition)
  VK13 (Display Condition)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on pricing procedures and unit of measure settings.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify the exact point of failure in the calculation.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the "06212 Quantity conversion error in net price calculation" in SAP.