How To Fix VH163 - Error in scale base value formula no. &: &

VH163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VH - SD pricing

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Error in scale base value formula no. &: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VH163 - Error in scale base value formula no. &: & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  VH163 - Error in scale base value formula no.: & : &
  
  Meaning / Cause
  This error occurs in SAP when there is an issue with the scale base value formula defined in the pricing procedure or condition technique. Specifically, the system is unable to correctly interpret or execute the formula assigned to a scale base value in condition records or pricing scales.
  
  The scale base value formula is used to determine the base value on which scales (e.g., quantity scales, value scales) are applied.
  The error indicates that the formula number specified is either incorrect, missing, or contains errors.
  It can also happen if the formula logic is inconsistent or references invalid fields or variables.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During pricing determination in sales documents (e.g., sales orders, billing documents).
  When the system tries to calculate scale-based conditions (e.g., discounts, surcharges) and fails due to formula issues.
  When maintaining or using condition records with scale base