How To Fix 06484 - Delivery date changed (new price determination process may be necessary)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 484

• Message text: Delivery date changed (new price determination process may be necessary)

What causes this issue?

If the price determination date is the delivery date and other
conditions are valid on the new delivery date than those that are valid
on the old one, the price is no longer valid.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If this is the case, and you wish to see the price that is valid as at
the delivery date, carry out a new price determination process.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06484 - Delivery date changed (new price determination process may be necessary) ?

  The SAP error message 06484, "Delivery date changed (new price determination process may be necessary)," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is a change in the delivery date of a sales order or delivery. This change can affect the pricing of the order, as prices may be determined based on the delivery date due to various factors such as pricing conditions, currency fluctuations, or changes in material costs.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Delivery Date: The primary cause of this error is that the delivery date for a sales order or delivery has been modified after the initial pricing was determined.
  Pricing Conditions: The pricing conditions may be time-dependent, meaning that the prices can change based on the delivery date.
  Price Determination Process: The system may require a re-evaluation of the pricing conditions to ensure that the correct prices are applied based on the new delivery date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Recheck Delivery Date: Verify the new delivery date to ensure it is correct and within acceptable limits.
  Recalculate Pricing: Trigger a new pricing determination process. This can usually be done by:
  
  Going to the sales order or delivery document.
  Selecting the "Recalculate" option or using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., VA02 for sales orders).
  
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions associated with the sales order or delivery. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Update Pricing Records: If necessary, update the pricing records or conditions in the system to reflect any changes that may have occurred due to the new delivery date.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA02 (Change Sales Order), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VK11 (Create Pricing Condition).
  Pricing Procedure: Understand the pricing procedure used in your organization, including how it handles time-dependent conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to pricing determination and delivery date changes.
  User Exits and Enhancements: In some cases, custom user exits or enhancements may be implemented that affect pricing determination. Review these if applicable.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that the pricing is correctly determined based on the new delivery date.