How To Fix V1802 - Pricing error: Field overflow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Pricing error: Field overflow

What causes this issue?

A field overflow occurred when condition conversion factors were being
determined.

How to fix this error?

Proceed as follows:
RESET N1
Check the conditions and determine where the field overflow occurred.
Field overflows can for example occur during quantity conversion (for
example, if the unit of measure in material master is gram, but the
condition is specified in EUR per tonne), during currency conversion
(for example, if the document currency is USD, but the condition is
specified in EUR), or when quantity multiplied by price results in a
very large amount.
Change the factors involved in the calculation in the master records or
in the document so that field overflow can no longer occur.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1802 - Pricing error: Field overflow ?

  The SAP error message V1802, which indicates a "Pricing error: Field overflow," typically occurs during the pricing calculation process in sales documents (like sales orders, quotations, etc.). This error suggests that the system is trying to store a value that exceeds the maximum limit of the field defined in the database.
  Causes:
  
  
  Field Size Limitations: The most common cause is that the calculated price or discount exceeds the maximum size of the field defined in the database. For example, if the total price is calculated to be larger than what can be stored in the relevant field (e.g., a numeric field with a limited number of digits).
  
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are currency conversions involved, fluctuations in exchange rates might lead to unexpected large values.
  
  
  Incorrect Pricing Conditions: Misconfigured pricing conditions or incorrect condition records can lead to inflated pricing calculations.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate pricing, they might inadvertently lead to values that exceed field limits.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the field definitions in the database to ensure that they can accommodate the expected values. This may involve checking the data dictionary (SE11) for the relevant tables and fields.
  
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Analyze the pricing conditions and condition records to ensure they are set up correctly. Look for any unusually high values or incorrect calculations.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP (transaction SE80 or SE37) to trace the pricing calculation process. This can help identify where the overflow is occurring.
  
  
  Adjust Currency Settings: If currency conversion is involved, ensure that the currency settings and exchange rates are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that might address this specific error.
  
  
  Increase Field Size: If necessary and feasible, consider increasing the size of the relevant fields in the database. This should be done with caution and typically requires a change request and thorough testing.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to replicate the error and gather more context.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the V1802 pricing error effectively.