How To Fix VBDRV026 - Derivation terminated: return code in customer function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBDRV - Derivation of Batch Characteristics

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Derivation terminated: return code in customer function

What causes this issue?

The customer function that is called up in this derivation terminated
the derivation.

System Response

The system does not carry out or store the derivation.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBDRV026 - Derivation terminated: return code in customer function ?

  The SAP error message VBDRV026 indicates that there was an issue during the derivation process in the SAP system, specifically related to a customer function. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with pricing or condition records.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Derivation terminated: return code in customer function" suggests that a custom function module or routine that is supposed to derive certain values (like pricing conditions) has returned an unexpected return code. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Coding Errors: There may be a bug or logical error in the custom function code that prevents it from executing correctly.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not meet the expected criteria, leading to an error in the derivation logic.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the pricing procedure or condition types may not be set up correctly, causing the derivation to fail.
  Missing Authorizations: