How To Fix VH_BAPI004 - &1 : Condition type &2 is not an item condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VH_BAPI - Message Class for Pricing (BAPI)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: &1 : Condition type &2 is not an item condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VH_BAPI004 - &1 : Condition type &2 is not an item condition ?

  The SAP error message VH_BAPI004 with the description "Condition type &2 is not an item condition" typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in sales documents, such as sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that the condition type specified is not valid for the item level of the document you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type you are trying to use is not defined as an item condition in the pricing procedure. It may be defined as a header condition or not defined at all.
  Configuration Issues: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to include the specified condition type for item-level pricing.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may restrict the use of specific condition types.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the condition type field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/06 (Maintain Condition Types) and verify that the condition type you are using is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the condition type is marked as an item condition in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 (Maintain Pricing Procedures) to check the pricing procedure assigned to your sales document.
  Ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure for item conditions.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type:
  
  Check the document type you are using and ensure that it allows the specified condition type. You can do this in the configuration settings for sales documents.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries made in the sales order or quotation to ensure that the condition type is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the use of condition types, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to condition types and pricing procedures.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are using custom logic, ensure that any user exits or BAdIs related to pricing are not interfering with the condition type processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.