How To Fix EEBF143 - Operand &1 with category &2 is not permitted. A price operand is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEBF - IS-U: Correction Workbench: Historical & Archived Doc. Lines

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Operand &1 with category &2 is not permitted. A price operand is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEBF143 - Operand &1 with category &2 is not permitted. A price operand is required ?

  The SAP error message EEBF143 indicates that there is an issue with the operand being used in a pricing condition. Specifically, it states that the operand provided (denoted as &1) is not of the expected category (denoted as &2), and a price operand is required for the operation to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Operand Type: The operand being used in the pricing condition is not a price-related operand. This could happen if a non-price field is mistakenly used in a pricing calculation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the pricing procedure or condition types that is causing the system to expect a price operand but receive something else.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong field or value is being referenced in the pricing logic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Operand Type: Review the operand being used in the pricing condition. Ensure that it is a valid price operand. You may need to refer to the documentation or configuration settings to identify the correct operand.
  Review Pricing Procedure: Go to the pricing procedure configuration in SAP (Transaction code: V/08) and check the condition types and their settings. Ensure that the condition types are correctly defined and that the operands are set up properly.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entries in the relevant transaction or master data. Ensure that the fields being used in the pricing logic are appropriate for price calculations.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing logic to trace where the incorrect operand is being introduced. This may require technical expertise in ABAP or access to a developer.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing procedures and condition types for more detailed information on how operands are defined and used.
  
  If the problem continues after these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or technical support for further assistance.