How To Fix VK049 - Base &1 &2 must be smaller than the subsequent value &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Base &1 &2 must be smaller than the subsequent value &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK049 - Base &1 &2 must be smaller than the subsequent value &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message VK049 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing conditions in your pricing procedure. Specifically, it means that the base value (or condition value) for a certain condition type is not set correctly in relation to subsequent values. The message format typically looks like this:
  
  Base &1 &2: This refers to the first condition type and its value.
  Subsequent value &3 &4: This refers to the second condition type and its value.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the base condition value is greater than or equal to the subsequent condition value. This is often seen in scenarios where pricing conditions are defined in a way that requires a logical sequence, such as discounts or surcharges that should logically follow one another.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the pricing conditions in the relevant pricing procedure. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Review the Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 or VK31 to check the condition records for the relevant condition types.
  Identify the condition types involved in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Ensure that the base condition (the one that is causing the error) has a value that is less than the subsequent condition.
  If necessary, adjust the values in the condition records to ensure that the base condition is smaller than the subsequent condition.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Conditions:
  
  If the pricing conditions are set up incorrectly, you may need to modify the pricing procedure or the condition types to ensure they follow the correct logical sequence.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the pricing in the relevant sales order or transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the pricing procedure or the conditions, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has expertise in SAP pricing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11 - Create Condition
  VK12 - Change Condition
  VK31 - Maintain Condition Records in Mass
  V/08 - Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  
  Pricing Procedure: 
  
  The pricing procedure defines how prices are calculated in sales documents. It includes various condition types, and the sequence of these conditions is crucial for correct pricing.
  
  
  
  Condition Types: 
  
  Each condition type has specific attributes that determine how it interacts with other conditions. Understanding these attributes can help in troubleshooting pricing issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK049 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly.