How To Fix AH849 - Specify time category for price block adjustment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Specify time category for price block adjustment

What causes this issue?

If the <DS:DE.PRCZONAJ>price blocks</> are to be adjusted to the actual
billing period for billing, then you must specify the <LS>time category
</> and the <LS>time basis</> in the price header.

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?

Maintain entries for the <LS>time category</> and the <LS>time basis
</>, or cancel the <LS>Price block adjustment</> indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH849 - Specify time category for price block adjustment ?

  The SAP error message AH849, which states "Specify time category for price block adjustment," typically occurs in the context of price adjustments or pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with pricing procedures in sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM).
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when the system expects a time category to be specified for a price block adjustment, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured. The time category is essential for determining how the price adjustment should be applied over time, such as whether it is a one-time adjustment, a periodic adjustment, or a specific date range.
  Solution:
  To resolve the AH849 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 (for SD) or M/08 (for MM) to review the pricing procedure.
  Ensure that the pricing condition type related to the price block adjustment has the correct settings for time categories.
  
  
  
  Define Time Categories:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for time categories. You can do this through the transaction code SPRO and then follow the path:
  Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Time Categories
  
  Ensure that the necessary time categories are defined and correctly assigned to the relevant pricing condition types.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records for the pricing condition type in question. Use transaction code VK11 to create or VK12 to change condition records.
  Ensure that the time category is specified in the condition record.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists. This could involve creating a sales order or a purchase order, depending on the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: Pricing Procedure Configuration (SD)
  M/08: Pricing Procedure Configuration (MM)
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to pricing adjustments and the AH849 error.
  
  
  
  User Forums:
  
  Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AH849 error in your SAP system.