How To Fix KV872 - DO NOT USE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 872

• Message text: DO NOT USE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV872 - DO NOT USE ?

  The SAP error message KV872 "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 This can happen if the condition type is obsolete or not intended for use in the current pricing procedure.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 include the condition type in its sequence.
  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 (for condition types) and check the configuration of the condition type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the condition type is not marked as "do not use" and is properly configured for the intended pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure assignment.
  Ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure and is correctly sequenced.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the relevant master data (customer, material, etc.) to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing information that could lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific condition type and pricing procedure for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the pricing logic works as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as V/06 (Condition Types), V/08 (Pricing Procedures), and VK11 (Create Condition) for managing pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific condition type or pricing procedure for any updates or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of pricing procedures and condition types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KV872 error and implement a solution to resolve it.