How To Fix CM_PIQ_SDPRICELIST042 - Constant with initial value is used

CM_PIQ_SDPRICELIST042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PIQ_SDPRICELIST - Message Class for Price List

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Constant with initial value is used

What causes this issue?

You have left the fields for the source table and the source field both
blank.

System Response

In this case, the system uses the value in the field for the constant
value. As you have also left the field for the constant value blank, the
system uses the value initial for the target field. That is, the system
uses the value initial for the join condition of the target table and
the source table.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_PIQ_SDPRICELIST042 - Constant with initial value is used ?

  The SAP error message CM_PIQ_SDPRICELIST042, which states "Constant with initial value is used," typically occurs in the context of pricing procedures or condition records in SAP. This error indicates that a constant value that has not been properly initialized or defined is being referenced in a pricing condition or calculation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Uninitialized Constants: The error often arises when a constant is defined in the pricing procedure or condition records but has not been assigned a valid value.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the pricing procedure, where constants are expected to have specific values but are left blank or set to an initial state.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the pricing logic, they may inadvertently reference uninitialized constants.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that all constants used in the procedure are properly defined and initialized with valid values.
  
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