How To Fix CPE_INTERFACE286 - Qty To of Tier &1, &2 must be below than Qty To of next Tier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_INTERFACE - CPE IInterface Message Class

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Qty To of Tier &1, &2 must be below than Qty To of next Tier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_INTERFACE286 - Qty To of Tier &1, &2 must be below than Qty To of next Tier ?

  The SAP error message CPE_INTERFACE286 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity thresholds defined for a tiered pricing structure in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the "Qty To" (Quantity To) of the current tier must be less than the "Qty To" of the next tier. This is typically encountered in scenarios involving pricing conditions, such as in sales orders or pricing agreements.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tier Configuration: The tiered pricing structure has been set up incorrectly, where the "Qty To" value of the current tier is equal to or greater than the "Qty To" value of the next tier.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of pricing conditions, the user may have inadvertently entered incorrect values for the quantity thresholds.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the pricing procedure is configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Tier Configuration:
  
  Go to the pricing condition records (transaction codes like VK11 for creating or VK12 for changing).
  Check the "Qty To" values for each tier in the pricing condition.
  Ensure that the "Qty To" value of the current tier is less than the "Qty To" value of the next tier.
  
  
  
  Adjust Values:
  
  If you find that the "Qty To" values are incorrectly set, adjust them so that they follow the correct order (i.e., each tier's "Qty To" must be greater than the previous tier's "Qty To").
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, save the changes and try to process the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on setting up tiered pricing correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, conduct tests to ensure that the pricing behaves as expected across different scenarios.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13 (for viewing condition records), and VK31 (for mass changes).
  Pricing Procedure: Understand how pricing procedures work in SAP, including how tiers are defined and how they interact with other pricing elements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tiered pricing issues, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPE_INTERFACE286 error and ensure that your tiered pricing structure is correctly configured.