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 for material listing/exclusion.
  Ensure that the material listing/exclusion types are defined correctly under the path: 
  
  Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Material Listing/Exclusion -> Define Material Listing/Exclusion Types.
  
  
  If the type is missing, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Listing/Exclusion Type:
  
  Check the transaction or program where the error occurred to ensure that the correct material listing/exclusion type is being used.
  If you are using a custom program or transaction, ensure that it is referencing the correct types.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master records to ensure that they are set up correctly and that they include the necessary information for material listing/exclusion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify material listing/exclusion settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring material listing/exclusion types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to manage pricing conditions related to material listings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VK118 error in your SAP system.