How To Fix VC803 - Pricing date proposal C only needed if contract data are allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Pricing date proposal C only needed if contract data are allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC803 - Pricing date proposal C only needed if contract data are allowed ?

  The SAP error message VC803 typically occurs in the context of variant configuration and pricing in SAP. This error indicates that the pricing date proposal is only necessary if contract data is allowed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The error often arises when the system is configured to require a pricing date proposal, but the necessary contract data settings are not enabled or are incorrectly configured.
  Missing Contract Data: If the system expects contract data to be present for pricing but it is not available, this error can occur.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure may not be set up correctly to handle the pricing date proposal in the context of the variant configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for variant pricing and ensure that the settings for contract data are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the pricing date proposal is set up correctly in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure. Ensure that the relevant condition types are included and that they are configured to handle the pricing date proposal correctly.
  
  
  
  Contract Data Settings:
  
  If contract data is required, ensure that the relevant contract data is available and correctly linked to the sales order or quotation.
  If contract data is not needed, consider adjusting the configuration to not require a pricing date proposal.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the sales document type being used is configured to allow for the necessary pricing and contract data settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to pricing and variant configuration for any specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that pricing is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing pricing conditions.
  Variant Configuration: Understanding the principles of variant configuration in SAP can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.