How To Fix AH427 - Pr.cat. &1 pr.escal. clause &2 does not match pr.cat. &3 of price

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 427

• Message text: Pr.cat. &1 pr.escal. clause &2 does not match pr.cat. &3 of price

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH427 - Pr.cat. &1 pr.escal. clause &2 does not match pr.cat. &3 of price ?

  The SAP error message AH427 indicates a mismatch between the pricing conditions in a sales document. Specifically, it suggests that the pricing category and escalation clause defined in the pricing conditions do not match the expected values for the price being calculated. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  pr.cat. &1: This refers to the pricing category of the condition record that is being processed.
  pr.escal. clause &2: This refers to the escalation clause associated with the condition record.
  pr.cat. &3: This refers to the expected pricing category of the price being calculated.
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to handle the specific pricing categories and escalation clauses.
  Condition Records: There may be inconsistencies in the condition records for the pricing conditions, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Sales Document Settings: The sales document type may not be set up to handle the specific pricing categories or escalation clauses being used.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the AH427 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the pricing procedure in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the pricing categories and escalation clauses are correctly defined and aligned with the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 or VK12 to check the condition records for the relevant pricing conditions.
  Ensure that the records are correctly maintained and that the pricing categories and escalation clauses match what is expected.
  
  
  
  Analyze Sales Document:
  
  Review the sales document that triggered the error. Check the pricing conditions applied to the document and ensure they are valid.
  Make sure that the document type is configured to support the pricing categories and escalation clauses being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on pricing procedures and condition records.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the sales document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: Understanding how pricing procedures work in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AH427 error in your SAP system.