How To Fix CPE229 - Priority set for pricing condition type '&1', item '&2'. Priority = &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE - Commodity Pricing Engine

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Priority set for pricing condition type '&1', item '&2'. Priority = &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE229 - Priority set for pricing condition type '&1', item '&2'. Priority = &3 ?

  The SAP error message CPE229 indicates an issue related to the priority setting for a pricing condition type in a sales document. This message typically arises when the system encounters a conflict in the priority levels assigned to different pricing conditions for a specific item in a sales order or other pricing-related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Priority Conflict: The error occurs when the priority assigned to a pricing condition type is not consistent with the expected priority levels. Each condition type has a specific priority that determines the order in which conditions are applied during pricing calculations.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may be incorrectly configured, leading to conflicting priorities among condition types.
  Missing Condition Records: If there are missing condition records for certain condition types, the system may not be able to determine the correct priority.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document. Ensure that the condition types and their priorities are correctly defined.
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 to view and modify the pricing procedure.
  Check the priority settings for the condition types involved in the error message.
  
  
  
  Adjust Condition Types: If you find that the priorities are conflicting, adjust the priorities of the condition types to ensure they are set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  Review Condition Records: Ensure that all necessary condition records are maintained for the pricing condition types involved. You can check this using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition).
  
  
  Test Pricing: After making changes, test the pricing in a sales order or relevant document to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct priority settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on pricing conditions and priorities.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPE229 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are applied correctly in SAP.