How To Fix CMM_ALLOC018 - For condition &1 term number &2 only positive values permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_ALLOC - Allocation Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: For condition &1 term number &2 only positive values permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_ALLOC018 - For condition &1 term number &2 only positive values permitted ?

  The SAP error message CMM_ALLOC018 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation of condition values in a pricing procedure. Specifically, the message states: "For condition &1 term number &2 only positive values permitted." This means that the system has encountered a condition type that is expected to have only positive values, but a negative value or zero has been provided instead.
  Cause:
  
  Negative or Zero Values: The most common cause of this error is that a condition record (e.g., discount, surcharge) has been defined with a negative value or zero, which is not allowed for that specific condition type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition type may be configured in such a way that it only accepts positive values, but the data being processed does not comply with this requirement.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation or modification of pricing conditions can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records: Review the condition records associated with the pricing procedure. Ensure that all values for the specified condition type (indicated by &1) and term number (indicated by &2) are positive.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the condition records in the relevant transaction (e.g., VK11, VK12).
  
  
  
  Modify Values: If you find any negative or zero values, modify them to be positive as required by the business logic.
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure: Check the configuration of the pricing procedure to ensure that the condition type is set up correctly. You can do this in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific condition type and its requirements, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: Understand the different condition types in your pricing procedure and their expected value ranges.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect pricing calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMM_ALLOC018 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly.