How To Fix VK142 - Lower limit for condition type not reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Lower limit for condition type not reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK142 - Lower limit for condition type not reached ?

  The SAP error message VK142 "Lower limit for condition type not reached" typically occurs in the context of pricing in sales documents, such as sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that the calculated price for a condition type (like discounts or surcharges) does not meet the minimum threshold defined in the pricing procedure.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Records: The condition records for the specific condition type may not be set up correctly. For example, if a discount condition type has a minimum limit that is not met by the calculated price, this error will occur.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may have a lower limit defined for certain condition types, and the current pricing does not meet this requirement.
  Master Data Issues: Customer master data or material master data may not be configured correctly, leading to incorrect pricing calculations.
  Manual Pricing: If manual pricing is being used, the entered values may not comply with the defined limits.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Condition Records: Review the condition records for the relevant condition type in transaction VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition). Ensure that the lower limit is set correctly and that the records are active.
  Review Pricing Procedure: Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type in transaction V/08. Look for the condition type in question and verify the settings, especially the lower limit.
  Adjust Pricing: If the pricing is being calculated based on certain criteria, ensure that the values being used meet the lower limit requirements. You may need to adjust the pricing manually or through condition records.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the customer and material master data are correctly maintained. This includes checking for any specific pricing agreements or conditions that may affect the pricing.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance on how to adjust the settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11 - Create Condition
  VK12 - Change Condition
  VK13 - Display Condition
  V/08 - Pricing Procedure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to pricing and condition types.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect pricing calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VK142 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.