How To Fix VK138 - Material &1 was found (reason: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Material &1 was found (reason: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK138 - Material &1 was found (reason: &2) ?

  The SAP error message VK138, which states "Material &1 was found (reason: &2)," typically occurs in the context of pricing and sales order processing. This message indicates that a specific material (represented by &1) has been identified in the system, and the reason for its identification is provided by &2.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Found in Pricing Conditions: The material may not have valid pricing conditions set up in the system, leading to issues when trying to determine the price.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, which can affect pricing and availability checks.
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may not be configured correctly to handle the material.
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area (combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division) may not be set up properly for the material.
  Condition Records Missing: There may be no condition records for the material in the relevant pricing condition tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Verify that all necessary views (e.g., Sales, Purchasing) are maintained.
  Review Pricing Conditions: Go to the pricing condition records (transaction codes like VK11, VK12) and check if there are valid condition records for the material in question.
  Verify Pricing Procedure: Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type and ensure it includes the necessary condition types for the material.
  Sales Area Configuration: Confirm that the sales area is correctly set up for the material. This includes checking the sales organization, distribution channel, and division.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master Display), VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the error is occurring in the pricing logic.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD (Sales and Distribution) or MM (Materials Management) modules.