How To Fix BON_ENH_MESS101 - No rules for VAKEY formation defined for agreement type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BON_ENH_MESS - Message Class Extended Rebate

• Message number: 101

• Message text: No rules for VAKEY formation defined for agreement type &1

What causes this issue?

It has been configured in Customizing for the agreement type &v1& that
agreements of this agreement typesshall be settled by means of the
extended rebate processing. However, Customizing to analyze the
variable key has not been maintained for the agreement type &V1&.

System Response

The variable key cannot be evaluated because the relevant data are not
copied into the rebate credit note.

How to fix this error?

Maintain Customizing to analyze the variable key for the agreement type
&V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BON_ENH_MESS101 - No rules for VAKEY formation defined for agreement type &1 ?

  The SAP error message BON_ENH_MESS101 indicates that there are no rules defined for the formation of the VAKEY (Value Added Key) for a specific agreement type in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's condition management or pricing procedures, particularly when working with agreements or contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the configuration for the specific agreement type does not have any rules defined for generating the VAKEY. This could be due to incomplete setup during the configuration of the pricing or condition management.
  Incorrect Agreement Type: The agreement type being used may not be correctly set up in the system, or it may not be supported for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully implemented or may be missing certain elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the agreement type in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Condition Types).
  Ensure that the VAKEY formation rules are defined for the specific agreement type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Define VAKEY Rules:
  
  If no rules exist, you will need to create them. This involves defining how the VAKEY should be formed based on the criteria relevant to your business processes.
  Consult with your SAP functional consultant or team to ensure that the rules align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Agreement Type:
  
  Verify that the agreement type you are using is correct and that it is intended for the transaction you are executing.
  If necessary, create or modify the agreement type to ensure it has the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring VAKEY formation rules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VA01 for creating sales orders, or VA02 for modifying them.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the VAKEY formation rules are correctly defined for the specified agreement type.