06878 - Maximum value for effective price exceeded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 878

• Message text: Maximum value for effective price exceeded

What causes this issue?

When calculating the effective price, the system determined a price in
excess of the maximum value of 999999999.99. In such cases, the price
is set to the maximum value in order to avoid a program termination.

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?

Please check whether the conditions entered are realistic.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06878 - Maximum value for effective price exceeded ?

  The SAP error message "06878 Maximum value for effective price exceeded" typically occurs in the context of pricing in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales orders, purchase orders, or pricing conditions. This error indicates that the effective price calculated for a particular item exceeds the maximum allowable limit set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Pricing Conditions: The effective price for a product or service is calculated based on various pricing conditions (like discounts, surcharges, etc.). If the total effective price exceeds the maximum limit defined in the pricing condition records, this error will be triggered.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum price limit may be configured in the pricing procedure or condition records. This could be a result of business rules or compliance requirements.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the sales order or pricing conditions can lead to inflated prices that exceed the maximum limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions associated with the item in question. Ensure that the condition records are set up correctly and that the maximum price limit is appropriate for the business scenario.
  Adjust Maximum Price Limit: If the maximum price limit is too low for the current pricing strategy, consider adjusting it in the configuration settings. This can be done by accessing the relevant pricing procedure and modifying the maximum price condition.
  Check for Discounts/Surcharges: Review any discounts or surcharges applied to the item. Ensure that they are correctly calculated and do not inadvertently push the effective price over the limit.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entered in the sales order or purchase order. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and that there are no erroneous entries.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  Pricing Procedure: Familiarize yourself with the pricing procedure used in your organization, as it defines how prices are calculated and what conditions are applied.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on pricing conditions and error messages related to pricing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.