How To Fix PRICING_UI011 - Entered value for field mode of field name &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRICING_UI - Message Class for Pricing UI

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Entered value for field mode of field name &1 is invalid

What causes this issue?

The value for the field mode of field name &V1& is &V2&. You tried to
change this value to &V3&.

System Response

This change is not allowed and you cannot save it.

How to fix this error?

You can override the default settings of SAP for document conditions
that include data from CPE formulas or CPF formulas in the following
way:
From <LS>Optional (Changeable)</> to <LS>Required (Changeable)</>
From <LS>Optional (Changeable)</> to <LS>Display Only</>
From <LS>Optional (Changeable)</> to <LS>Invisible</>
From <LS>Display Only</> to <LS>Invisible</>
From <LS>Invisible </>to <LS>Display Only</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRICING_UI011 - Entered value for field mode of field name &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message PRICING_UI011 indicates that the value entered for a specific field (denoted as &1) in the pricing user interface is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions, where the system expects a specific set of values for certain fields, and the entered value does not match the expected criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered a value that is not allowed for the specified field. This could be due to typos, incorrect data formats, or using a value that is not defined in the system.
  Field Configuration: The field may have specific configuration settings that restrict the values that can be entered. If the field is set to accept only certain values (like a dropdown), entering a free text value would trigger this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the pricing module, they might not be handling the input correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Verify the value you are entering for the field. Ensure it matches the expected format and is one of the allowed values.
  Field Documentation: Refer to the field documentation or help text (if available) to understand what values are acceptable.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the pricing fields in the relevant customizing transactions (like SPRO) to ensure that the field is set up correctly.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may need to check for any custom code or enhancements that could be affecting the field validation.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different inputs and configurations without affecting production data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to pricing errors or specific issues with the version of SAP you are using. SAP Notes often provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct input formats and values for pricing fields to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.