How To Fix COM_PRCAT217 - Set type &1 of &2 for sales organization &3 and distr. channel &4 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRCAT - Product Category

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Set type &1 of &2 for sales organization &3 and distr. channel &4 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRCAT217 - Set type &1 of &2 for sales organization &3 and distr. channel &4 deleted ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRCAT217 indicates that a specific set type for a sales organization and distribution channel has been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP, particularly when dealing with pricing procedures or condition types.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Set Type: The set type specified in the error message has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to changes in configuration or data maintenance activities.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the pricing procedure or condition records that reference the deleted set type can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to access a set type that no longer exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for pricing (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections for pricing procedures and condition types.
  Verify if the set type mentioned in the error message is indeed deleted or if it has been changed.
  
  
  
  Restore Deleted Set Type: 
  
  If the set type is essential for your pricing logic, consider restoring it from a backup or re-creating it in the system.
  
  
  
  Update Condition Records: 
  
  If the set type is no longer needed, update the condition records that reference this set type to remove or replace it with a valid one.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: 
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the deleted set type in other configurations or master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any documentation or change logs to understand why the set type was deleted and if it was part of a larger change initiative.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the pricing logic works as expected without the deleted set type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide)
  VK11/VK12 (Create/Change Condition Records)
  V/06 (Maintain Pricing Procedures)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP Help documentation related to pricing and condition records for further insights into how set types are used in pricing procedures.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.