How To Fix AH829 - Weighting key &1 weighting procedure &2 not permissible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 829

• Message text: Weighting key &1 weighting procedure &2 not permissible

What causes this issue?

For the weighted calculation of average values for conversion factors,
only user-defined weighting keys for which the weighting procedure is a
weighting of degree days are currently permitted.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH829 - Weighting key &1 weighting procedure &2 not permissible ?

  The SAP error message AH829 indicates that there is an issue with the weighting key and weighting procedure being used in a specific context, typically related to the calculation of weights in a logistics or materials management scenario. This error usually arises when the combination of the weighting key and the weighting procedure is not valid or permissible according to the configuration in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Weighting Key or Procedure: The weighting key or procedure specified in the transaction does not exist or is not configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the weighting keys and procedures may not be set up properly in the customizing settings of SAP.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that reference the weighting key or procedure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified weighting key or procedure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for configuring weighting keys and procedures.
  Ensure that the weighting key and procedure you are trying to use are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., material master, vendor master) to ensure that the correct weighting key and procedure are assigned.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction:
  
  Double-check the transaction or process you are executing to ensure that you are using the correct weighting key and procedure.
  If applicable, consult the documentation or help resources for the specific transaction to understand the expected inputs.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the weighting key and procedure.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration or data, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or others related to logistics and materials management.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on weighting keys and procedures.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.