How To Fix CPE_IPC523 - Maximum number of substitutions reached for price quotation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_IPC - CPE: Message Class for Pricing Engine Part

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Maximum number of substitutions reached for price quotation

What causes this issue?

An error occurred with the commodity pricing engine (CPE) during FA
procedure determination, formula assembly, formula evaluation, or
formula analysis.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The error occurred with the following object:
Pricing Condition Type, Term Number: &V1&
Period Determination Rule: &V2&
Type of Routine: &V3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_IPC523 - Maximum number of substitutions reached for price quotation ?

  The SAP error message CPE_IPC523, which states "Maximum number of substitutions reached for price quotation," typically occurs in the context of pricing and conditions in SAP's Integrated Planning and Control (IPC) module. This error indicates that the system has reached the maximum limit of substitutions that can be processed for a particular price quotation.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Substitutions: The error is triggered when the number of substitutions defined for a specific pricing condition exceeds the limit set in the system. This can happen if there are too many alternative products or pricing conditions linked to a single quotation.
  Configuration Limits: The system may have a predefined limit for the number of substitutions that can be processed, which is often set in the configuration settings of the IPC or pricing procedure.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as incorrect or excessive entries in the pricing conditions or master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Substitutions: Check the number of substitutions defined for the price quotation. If there are unnecessary or redundant substitutions, consider removing them to stay within the limit.
  Adjust Configuration: If the business process requires more substitutions than the current limit, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the IPC to allow for a higher number of substitutions. This typically involves working with your SAP Basis or configuration team to modify the relevant settings.
  Data Cleanup: Ensure that the master data and pricing conditions are clean and accurate. Remove any obsolete or incorrect entries that may be contributing to the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to IPC and pricing conditions for specific guidance on handling substitutions and any potential configuration changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing substitutions in pricing.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to pricing and conditions, such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the CPE_IPC523 error and continue processing price quotations effectively.