How To Fix ICL647 - Priority &1 does not follow directly from the next priority downwards

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL - FS-CM: Claims Management

• Message number: 647

• Message text: Priority &1 does not follow directly from the next priority downwards

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

The <DS:DE.ICL_EVALPRIORITY>priorities</> that you selected do not
follow directly on from one another.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose the number values for priorities such that there are no gaps in
the number sequence beginning with 1.
You can select the same priority for several
<DS:DE.ICL_EVALCRITERION>evaluation criteria</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL647 - Priority &1 does not follow directly from the next priority downwards ?

  The SAP error message ICL647 indicates that there is an issue with the priority settings in the condition records for pricing or condition types in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the priority assigned to a certain condition does not follow the expected sequence from the next lower priority. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring pricing conditions in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module or in other areas where condition records are used.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Priority Assignment: The priority assigned to a condition record is not in the correct order. For example, if you have a condition with priority 2, the next condition should have a priority of 1 or 3, but not 4 or any other number that disrupts the sequence.
  Manual Changes: If priorities were manually changed or adjusted without following the logical sequence, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the pricing procedure or condition types that lead to incorrect priority settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ICL647 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to review the condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Verify the priority settings for each condition record and ensure they follow a logical sequence.
  
  
  
  Adjust Priorities:
  
  If you find that the priorities are not in the correct order, adjust them accordingly. Ensure that each priority level follows directly from the previous one (e.g., if you have priority 3, the next should be 2 or 4, but not 5).
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document type. Ensure that the condition types and their priorities are correctly configured in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by creating or processing a sales order to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct priority settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in pricing configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11, VK12, VK13 (for condition records)
  V/08 (for pricing procedure configuration)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to pricing conditions and priorities.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICL647 error and ensure that your condition priorities are correctly configured in the SAP system.