How To Fix SPE_PRICING_ANALYSIS106 - Sample reading at header level (preliminary step) already unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPE_PRICING_ANALYSIS -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Sample reading at header level (preliminary step) already unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPE_PRICING_ANALYSIS106 - Sample reading at header level (preliminary step) already unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message SPE_PRICING_ANALYSIS106 indicates that there was an unsuccessful attempt to read pricing information at the header level during a preliminary step in the pricing analysis process. This error typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, quotation processing, or other transactions that involve pricing determination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The error can occur if there is missing or incorrect data in the sales document, such as missing condition records, incorrect pricing procedure, or missing master data (like customer or material master).
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may not be set up correctly, or the condition types may not be properly defined.
  Condition Records: There may be no valid condition records for the pricing conditions being applied, leading to a failure in pricing determination.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that modify the pricing logic, they may be causing the error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the pricing settings in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Condition Records: Verify that the necessary condition records exist for the pricing conditions being used. You can do this using transaction codes like VK13 (Display Condition) to check if the records are maintained.
  Review Pricing Procedure: Ensure that the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document is correct and that all required condition types are included.
  Analyze Pricing Analysis: Use the pricing analysis tool in SAP (transaction V/LD) to analyze the pricing process and identify where the failure occurs.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the customer and material master data are correctly maintained and that they are relevant for the pricing conditions.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing logic to identify any custom code or enhancements that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to pricing issues for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing condition records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.