How To Fix VK164 - Enter an agreement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Enter an agreement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK164 - Enter an agreement ?

  The SAP error message VK164, which states "Enter an agreement," typically occurs in the context of pricing and conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) modules. This error indicates that the system expects a reference to a pricing agreement or contract that has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Agreement: The most common cause of this error is that the system requires a pricing agreement (like a contract or a condition record) to be specified for the transaction you are trying to execute, but none has been entered.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure that require an agreement to be specified but are not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the necessary agreement information in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Agreement: 
  
  Check the transaction you are working on (e.g., sales order, purchase order) and ensure that you have entered the required agreement number or reference in the appropriate field.
  If you are creating a sales order, ensure that the customer has a valid contract or agreement in place.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Conditions:
  
  Go to the pricing conditions in the transaction and verify if the necessary agreements are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the condition records for the relevant agreements are maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the pricing procedure to ensure that it is set up to allow for agreements. This may involve checking the condition types and their requirements.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team if you suspect that there is a configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on how to handle agreements in your specific context.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on how to enter agreements and manage pricing conditions effectively.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK164 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.