How To Fix CRM_IU_PROD113 - If type of value determination = B (keep value), value must be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_IU_PROD - Utilities Product-Related Messages

• Message number: 113

• Message text: If type of value determination = B (keep value), value must be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IU_PROD113 - If type of value determination = B (keep value), value must be initial ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IU_PROD113 typically occurs in the context of value determination in SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is a mismatch in the expected values for a certain field. The error message indicates that if the type of value determination is set to "B" (which stands for "keep value"), then the value being processed must be initial (i.e., it should not contain any data).
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Value Determination Configuration: The configuration for value determination is set to "B" (keep value), but the field in question already has a value assigned to it. This creates a conflict because the system expects the field to be empty (initial) when using this type of value determination.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where a user has inadvertently entered a value in a field that should remain empty when the value determination type is set to "B".
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or logic implemented in the system, they might be affecting the value determination process, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Value Determination Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for value determination in your SAP system.
  Verify that the value determination type is correctly set according to your business requirements. If it should allow for a value, consider changing the type from "B" to another appropriate type.
  
  
  
  Clear the Field:
  
  If the field is supposed to be empty when using type "B", ensure that it is cleared before the value determination process is executed. This may involve checking the data entry forms or the logic that populates this field.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that might be affecting the value determination, review the code to ensure it aligns with the expected behavior of the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the value determination works as intended.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on value determination and the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access configuration settings or SE80 to check for custom developments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.