How To Fix VK261 - Select either 'incl' or 'excl' deletion ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Select either 'incl' or 'excl' deletion ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK261 - Select either 'incl' or 'excl' deletion ID ?

  The SAP error message VK261, which states "Select either 'incl' or 'excl' deletion ID," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP, particularly when working with condition types in the pricing procedure.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system expects you to specify whether you want to include or exclude certain condition records based on deletion indicators. In SAP, condition records can be marked for deletion, and the system needs to know how to handle these records when processing pricing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify either the 'incl' (include) or 'excl' (exclude) option for the deletion ID. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Transaction: Go to the relevant transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., VK11, VK12, or VK13 for maintaining condition records).
  
  
  Select Deletion Indicator: Look for the option to include or exclude deletion indicators. This is usually a checkbox or radio button that allows you to specify your preference.
  
  
  Choose the Appropriate Option:
  
  Include ('incl'): If you want to include condition records that are marked for deletion.
  Exclude ('excl'): If you want to exclude condition records that are marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making your selection, proceed to save your changes or continue with your transaction.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Records: In SAP, condition records are used to define pricing, discounts, surcharges, and other conditions that apply to sales documents.
  Deletion Indicator: A deletion indicator is a flag that can be set on condition records to mark them as inactive or deleted without physically removing them from the database.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to pricing and condition records, such as VK11 (Create), VK12 (Change), VK13 (Display), and VK31 (Maintain condition records in mass).
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to SAP Help documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to check for any customizations or specific configurations in your SAP environment that could be affecting the behavior of condition records.