How To Fix AY401 - Inconsistency: maintain only percentage, amount or equivalence number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Inconsistency: maintain only percentage, amount or equivalence number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY401 - Inconsistency: maintain only percentage, amount or equivalence number ?

  The SAP error message AY401 indicates an inconsistency in the configuration of a condition type, specifically when it comes to maintaining values for percentage, amount, or equivalence number. This error typically arises in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP, where the system expects only one of these values to be maintained for a particular condition type.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have entered values for more than one of the following fields: percentage, amount, or equivalence number in the condition record.
  The system is configured to allow only one of these fields to be populated at a time for the specific condition type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AY401 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Condition Type: Determine which condition type is causing the error. This can usually be found in the error message details.
  
  
  Check Condition Records: Go to the transaction where you maintain condition records (e.g., transaction VK11 for creating or VK12 for changing condition records).
  
  
  Review the Fields: Open the condition record for the relevant condition type and check the fields:
  
  Ensure that only one of the fields (percentage, amount, or equivalence number) is filled in.
  If you have values in more than one field, decide which one is appropriate for your business scenario and remove the others.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the condition record.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After saving, test the transaction or process that was previously generating the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, you may want to check the configuration for the condition type in the SAP customizing (transaction SPRO). Look under:
  
  Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on condition types and their configuration.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to condition records, as restrictions may prevent you from saving changes.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about which value to keep, consult with your pricing or sales team to understand the business requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AY401 error and maintain consistent condition records in SAP.