How To Fix VK081 - Scale value &1 falls below limit &2 for condition type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Scale value &1 falls below limit &2 for condition type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK081 - Scale value &1 falls below limit &2 for condition type &3 ?

  The SAP error message VK081 indicates that a scale value for a condition type is falling below a defined limit. This typically occurs in pricing conditions where the scale values are used to determine pricing based on quantity or other criteria.
  Cause:
  The error message VK081 is triggered when:
  
  A scale value (e.g., quantity, amount) that you are trying to enter or process is less than the minimum limit defined for that specific condition type in the pricing procedure.
  The condition type in question has a scale defined, and the value you are trying to use does not meet the minimum threshold set in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VK081 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the condition records for the specific condition type (using transaction code VK11 for creating or VK12 for changing).
  Verify the scale values and limits defined for the condition type. Ensure that the scale values you are trying to use are within the defined limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scale Values:
  
  If the scale value you are trying to enter is indeed below the limit, you may need to adjust it to meet the minimum requirement.
  Alternatively, if the scale values need to be changed, you can modify the condition records to update the limits.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document (e.g., sales order, invoice).
  Ensure that the condition type is correctly configured in the pricing procedure and that the scale limits are appropriate for your business needs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the specific configuration and business rules related to the condition type in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  V/06: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  
  Condition Types: Each condition type can have specific settings for scales, limits, and other parameters. Understanding these settings is crucial for troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to condition types and pricing procedures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VK081 error and implement a solution to resolve it.