How To Fix K4201 - Strategies of various categories were entered for strat. seq &1/prio. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K4 - Order settlement configuration tables

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Strategies of various categories were entered for strat. seq &1/prio. &2

What causes this issue?

You entered strategies with differing categories for priority &V1&. You
cannot combine copy strategies or the "Not for settlement" strategy
with other strategies.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K4201 - Strategies of various categories were entered for strat. seq &1/prio. &2 ?

  The SAP error message K4201 indicates that there is an issue with the strategy sequences and priorities defined in the system for a particular cost object or planning scenario. This error typically arises in the context of cost planning or profitability analysis (CO-PA) when the system detects that multiple strategies of different categories have been assigned to the same strategic sequence and priority.
  Cause:
  
  Conflicting Strategy Entries: The error occurs when different strategy categories (e.g., costing, pricing, etc.) are assigned to the same strategic sequence and priority. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry in the planning settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that have been entered into the system, leading to conflicts in the strategy definitions.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the planning strategies in the system may not align with the intended business processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Strategy Definitions: Check the strategy definitions in the configuration settings. Ensure that only one strategy of each category is assigned to the same strategic sequence and priority.
  Correct Data Entries: Go through the entries made for the strategic sequence and priority in question. Remove or adjust any conflicting entries to ensure that they are consistent and do not overlap.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or configuration guides related to the specific module (e.g., CO-PA, Cost Planning) to understand the correct setup of strategies.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the planning process works as intended.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKTZ (for maintaining planning strategies) or KKS1 (for cost planning) to access and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on cost planning and strategy configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the K4201 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.