How To Fix KV081 - DO NOT USE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 081

• Message text: DO NOT USE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV081 - DO NOT USE ?

  The SAP error message KV081 "DO NOT USE" typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or usage of a particular condition type in the pricing procedure. This error is often encountered in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) modules when dealing with pricing conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Type Configuration: The condition type may be marked as "do not use" in the configuration settings. This can happen if the condition type is obsolete or not intended for use in the current pricing procedure.
  Pricing Procedure Assignment: The pricing procedure may not be correctly assigned to the sales document type or may not be compatible with the condition type being used.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (e.g., customer master, material master) that are causing the condition type to be flagged as unusable.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the pricing logic, they may inadvertently lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/06 to check the configuration of the condition type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the condition type is active and properly configured for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure assignment for the relevant sales document type.
  Ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure and is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the customer and material master data to ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the condition type is indeed obsolete, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team to determine if there is a recommended alternative condition type to use.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that pricing calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to the KV081 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing procedures and condition types for a deeper understanding of how they work.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP SD/MM modules for further investigation.