How To Fix FVD_ML053 - Grouping category should be 'Business Partner Level' for grp. prc. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_ML - Machine Learning

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Grouping category should be 'Business Partner Level' for grp. prc. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_ML053 - Grouping category should be 'Business Partner Level' for grp. prc. &1 ?

  The SAP error message FVD_ML053 indicates that there is an issue with the grouping category for a specific group pricing condition in the system. The message states that the grouping category should be set to "Business Partner Level" for the specified group pricing condition.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The grouping category for the pricing condition is incorrectly set or not aligned with the expected configuration.
  The system is expecting a specific grouping category (in this case, "Business Partner Level") for the pricing condition, but it has been set to a different value.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the pricing conditions or the master data related to business partners.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Group Pricing Condition:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) and check the condition record for the group pricing condition that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the grouping category is set to "Business Partner Level."
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Access the configuration settings for pricing conditions in the SAP system. This can typically be done through the transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  Check the settings for the condition type related to the group pricing and ensure that the grouping category is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the business partner master data is correctly maintained and that the relevant business partners are assigned to the correct groups.
  Check if there are any inconsistencies in the business partner data that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to pricing conditions and grouping categories to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the pricing condition again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: VK11, VK12, SPRO
  Business Partner Master Data: Ensure that the business partner data is correctly maintained in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and master data management.