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How To Fix VF073 - Pricing error in item &1.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VF - Billing

  • Message number: 073

  • Message text: Pricing error in item &1.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF073 - Pricing error in item &1. ?

    The SAP error message VF073, which indicates a "Pricing error in item &1," typically occurs during the billing process when there is an issue with the pricing conditions for a specific item in a sales document. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:

    Causes:

    1. Missing Pricing Conditions: The pricing conditions required for the item may not be maintained in the system.
    2. Incorrect Condition Records: There may be incorrect or incomplete condition records for the pricing procedure.
    3. Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may not be set up correctly or may not include the necessary condition types.
    4. Master Data Issues: Problems with customer master data, material master data, or info records can lead to pricing errors.
    5. Currency Issues: If there are discrepancies in currency settings between the sales document and the pricing conditions, it can lead to errors.
    6. Discounts or Surcharges: If there are discounts or surcharges that are not applicable or incorrectly configured, it can cause pricing errors.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Pricing Conditions:

      • Go to the transaction code VK13 to check the condition records for the relevant pricing conditions.
      • Ensure that the necessary condition records exist and are correctly maintained.
    2. Review Pricing Procedure:

      • Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document.
      • Ensure that all required condition types are included in the pricing procedure.
    3. Verify Master Data:

      • Check the customer master data (transaction code XD03) and material master data (transaction code MM03) for any inconsistencies.
      • Ensure that the relevant info records are correctly maintained.
    4. Analyze the Sales Document:

      • Review the sales document (transaction code VA03) to identify any specific issues with the item that is causing the error.
      • Check the item details for any missing or incorrect information.
    5. Check Currency Settings:

      • Ensure that the currency settings in the sales document match those in the pricing conditions.
      • Verify that the exchange rates are correctly maintained if applicable.
    6. Consult SAP Notes:

      • Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the VF073 error.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • VK13: Display Condition Records
      • V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
      • XD03: Display Customer Master
      • MM03: Display Material Master
      • VA03: Display Sales Order
    • SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records.

    • Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify the exact point of failure.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VF073 pricing error in SAP. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.

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