How To Fix M8169 - Subsidy (preference )amount deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Subsidy (preference )amount deleted

What causes this issue?

No entry has been made in the field for the subsidy (preference)
indicator. This means that no reduction is made in accordance with
the Berlin subsidy law. Therefore the system deletes the entry in the
field for the subsidy (preference) indicator.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check if a subsidy (preference) indicator has to be set and enter this,
if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8169 - Subsidy (preference )amount deleted ?

  The SAP error message M8169, which states "Subsidy (preference) amount deleted," typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes. This error is related to the handling of subsidies or preferences in pricing conditions for materials or services.
  Cause:
  The error message M8169 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Deletion of Subsidy Amount: The subsidy or preference amount that was previously defined in the pricing conditions has been deleted or is no longer valid.
  Changes in Pricing Conditions: If there are changes made to the pricing conditions or the relevant condition records, it may lead to the removal of the subsidy amount.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the subsidy amount being flagged as deleted.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the pricing procedure or condition types related to subsidies can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8169 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Records: Verify the condition records for the relevant material or service. Ensure that the subsidy amount is correctly defined and has not been deleted.
  
  Use transaction code VK13 to display condition records and check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure: Check the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant document (e.g., purchase order, sales order). Ensure that the condition types related to subsidies are correctly configured and included in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  Recreate Subsidy Amount: If the subsidy amount has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. Use transaction code VK11 to create a new condition record for the subsidy.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data (material master, vendor master, etc.) is consistent and correctly set up. Any discrepancies can lead to issues with pricing conditions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific error message. There may be additional insights or patches available.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK13, ME21N (for creating purchase orders), and ME22N (for changing purchase orders).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error M8169 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to pricing procedures and condition records to better understand how subsidies are managed in your system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M8169 error and implement a solution to resolve it.