How To Fix V1251 - The item cannot be marked as statistical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 251

• Message text: The item cannot be marked as statistical

What causes this issue?

You have rejected an item. The indicator "statistic" appears as the
reason for rejection. This indicator cannot be copied into the sales
document, as subsequent documents already exist for the sales document.

System Response

The statistics indicator is not set for the item.

How to fix this error?

In order that your statistics and/or the condition update are updated
properly, you have to adapt the item quantity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1251 - The item cannot be marked as statistical ?

  The SAP error message V1251, which states "The item cannot be marked as statistical," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when trying to mark a line item in a sales document (like a sales order or delivery) as statistical. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error V1251
  
  
  Item Category Settings: The item category of the line item may not allow for statistical items. Certain item categories are configured in such a way that they do not support statistical pricing.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the sales order or delivery may have restrictions that prevent items from being marked as statistical.
  
  
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may not support statistical items. This can happen if the pricing procedure is not configured to handle statistical conditions.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to the sales document, item category, or pricing procedure that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the item may have settings that do not allow it to be treated as a statistical item.
  
  
  Solutions to Error V1251
  
  
  Check Item Category: Review the item category of the line item in question. Ensure that it is configured to allow statistical items. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  
  
  Review Document Type: Check the document type settings to ensure that it allows for statistical items. This can also be found in the SPRO configuration.
  
  
  Examine Pricing Procedure: Verify the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document. Ensure that it includes the necessary conditions for statistical pricing. You can check this in the configuration under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control.
  
  
  Material Master Review: Check the material master record for the item to ensure that it is set up correctly. Look for any settings that might prevent it from being marked as statistical.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to reproduce the error and check the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to sales document processing and item category configuration for more detailed information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.