How To Fix VK118 - Material listing/exclusion type & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Material listing/exclusion type & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK118 - Material listing/exclusion type & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message VK118, which states "Material listing/exclusion type & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of pricing and sales processes when there is an issue with the configuration of material listing or exclusion in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined material listing or exclusion type that corresponds to the specified criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The material listing/exclusion type has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a lack of setup in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Material Listing/Exclusion Type: The type specified in the transaction does not exist or is incorrectly entered.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly configured to include the necessary listing/exclusion information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material listing/exclusion types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area