How To Fix VK047 - Amount &1 &2 must be smaller than the preceding value &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Amount &1 &2 must be smaller than the preceding value &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK047 - Amount &1 &2 must be smaller than the preceding value &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message VK047 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing conditions in a sales document, specifically related to the sequence of condition records. The message states that the amount specified (represented by &1 and &2) must be smaller than the preceding value (represented by &3 and &4). This typically occurs in the context of condition records for pricing, discounts, or surcharges.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Condition Records: The error usually arises when the pricing conditions are not set up correctly in the system. For example, if you have a tiered pricing structure, the subsequent tier must have a lower price than the previous tier.
  Manual Entry Errors: If a user manually enters pricing information, they may inadvertently enter a value that does not comply with the required sequence.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or condition types that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Condition Records: Check the condition records for the relevant pricing conditions in the pricing procedure. Ensure that the amounts are set up correctly and that each subsequent condition is less than the previous one.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the condition records in the relevant transaction (e.g., VK11 for creating or VK12 for changing).
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Procedure: If the pricing procedure is incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust it. This could involve changing the sequence of condition types or modifying the condition records.
  
  
  Check Manual Entries: If the error occurred due to manual entry, verify the values entered in the sales document. Make sure that they comply with the pricing rules established in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific configuration and rules that apply to your pricing conditions.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  Pricing Procedure: Understand how pricing procedures are defined in your SAP system, including the sequence of condition types and their dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on pricing conditions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK047 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly.