How To Fix CRM_PRICING_I405 - Expense Type used is not permitted for this Transaction Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_PRICING_I - Messages for the Pricing Item

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Expense Type used is not permitted for this Transaction Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_PRICING_I405 - Expense Type used is not permitted for this Transaction Type ?

  The SAP error message CRM_PRICING_I405 indicates that an expense type being used in a transaction is not permitted for the specific transaction type you are working with. This error typically arises in the context of pricing and billing in SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when the system encounters an expense type that is not configured to be used with the current transaction type.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The expense type may not be properly configured in the system for the specific transaction type. This can happen if the expense type is not assigned to the transaction type in the pricing procedure.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which expense types can be used. This is often defined in the pricing configuration.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect expense type is selected for the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Pricing Procedures.
  Verify that the expense type in question is included in the pricing procedure for the relevant transaction type.
  Ensure that the expense type is correctly assigned to the transaction type in the pricing configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific transaction type you are using. Ensure that it allows the use of the expense type you are trying to apply.
  You can find transaction type settings under Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Documents > Define Sales Document Types.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the expense type is not appropriate for the transaction type, select a valid expense type that is permitted for that transaction.
  Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and that the correct transaction type is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of expense types and transaction types in SAP CRM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: These define how sales documents are processed in SAP. Each transaction type can have specific rules and configurations.
  Expense Types: These are used in pricing procedures to determine how costs are calculated and applied to transactions.
  Pricing Procedures: These define the sequence of steps and conditions under which pricing is determined in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.