How To Fix KV867 - DO NOT USE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 867

• Message text: DO NOT USE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV867 - DO NOT USE ?

  The SAP error message KV867 "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 This can happen if the condition type is obsolete or if it has been replaced by a new condition type.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure may be incorrectly configured to include this condition type, which is not intended for use.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (e.g., customer master, material master) that reference this condition type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the pricing logic, they may inadvertently reference this condition type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the pricing condition types. Verify if the condition type in question is marked as "do not use" and check its status.
  If it is obsolete, consider removing it from the pricing procedure or replacing it with a valid condition type.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document or purchase order. Ensure that the condition type KV867 is not included in the pricing procedure.
  If it is included, remove it and replace it with a valid condition type.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Review the relevant master data (customer, material) to ensure that they do not reference the condition type KV867.
  Update the master data if necessary to ensure compatibility with the current pricing configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or notes related to the condition type to understand its intended use and any recommended alternatives.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the pricing logic works correctly without the condition type KV867.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the error message KV867. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VK11 / VK12 for maintaining condition records.
  V/08 for maintaining pricing procedures.
  SPRO for accessing the configuration settings.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the pricing procedure is set up correctly, you should be able to resolve the KV867 error.