How To Fix FICO1079 - Tiers not allowed for condition determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Tiers not allowed for condition determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1079 - Tiers not allowed for condition determination ?

  The SAP error message FICO1079, which states "Tiers not allowed for condition determination," typically occurs in the context of pricing and condition records in the SAP system, particularly within the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of condition types that are set up to use tiered pricing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition type being used may not be configured to allow tiered pricing. This can happen if the condition type is not set up to handle multiple tiers or if the relevant settings are not activated.
  Condition Record Issues: The condition records for the pricing may not be set up correctly, or the tiers defined in the condition records may not be compatible with the condition type being used.
  Incompatibility with Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure assigned to the transaction may not support tiered pricing for the specific condition type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the condition type in transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  Ensure that the condition type is configured to allow tiered pricing. Look for settings related to "Tiers" or "Scale" and ensure they are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to review the condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that the tiers are defined correctly and that they match the expected format for the condition type.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document or transaction.
  Ensure that the pricing procedure supports the use of tiered pricing for the condition type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the specific condition type and its configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the pricing behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13 (Display Condition), and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing practical solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FICO1079 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.