How To Fix VK050 - Amount &1 &2 must be larger than the subsequent value &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Amount &1 &2 must be larger than the subsequent value &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK050 - Amount &1 &2 must be larger than the subsequent value &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message VK050 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing conditions in a sales document or pricing procedure. Specifically, it means that a certain amount (e.g., a discount or price) must be larger than a subsequent value. This typically occurs in scenarios where pricing conditions are defined in a way that violates the expected order or logic of the pricing structure.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Condition Records: The condition records for pricing may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a situation where a higher value is expected but a lower value is provided.
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be configured correctly, causing conflicts in the expected sequence of pricing conditions.
  Manual Entry Errors: If the amounts are being entered manually, there may be a typographical error or misunderstanding of the pricing logic.
  Discounts and Surcharges: If there are discounts or surcharges applied, the system expects the base price to be higher than the discount or surcharge applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Condition Records: Check the condition records for the relevant pricing conditions in the pricing procedure. Ensure that the values are set correctly and that they follow the expected hierarchy.
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document. Ensure that the sequence of conditions is logical and that there are no conflicts.
  Adjust Manual Entries: If the amounts are being entered manually, verify that the values entered are correct and follow the expected pricing logic.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant to understand the specific requirements for the pricing conditions in your scenario.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) to manage condition records.
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: The configuration of pricing procedures can be found in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the pricing logic and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK050 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly.