How To Fix VK284 - For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 284

• Message text: For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same

What causes this issue?

In purchasing, different units of measure have been entered for
discounted goods, i.e. in the fields for purchase order quantity, free
goods quantity and additional quantity.
This situation is not practical in the purchase order since the
original purchase order quantity would have to be split up into
different units of quantity so that the free goods quantity can be
deducted from the original purchase order quantity.
The same checks are carried out for inclusive free goods
quantity in sales

System Response

The free goods cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

The quantity units must be the same.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK284 - For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same ?

  The SAP error message VK284, which states "For discounted goods, all units of measure should be the same," typically occurs in the context of pricing and discounts in sales documents. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the units of measure for the items involved in a discount calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Different Units of Measure: The error arises when you are trying to apply a discount to items that have different units of measure (e.g., one item is measured in kilograms while another is measured in pieces).
  Pricing Conditions: The pricing conditions set for the items may require that all items involved in a discount must be in the same unit of measure.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the pricing procedure that enforce this rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Units of Measure: Ensure that all items in the sales document that are subject to the discount have the same unit of measure. You can do this by reviewing the item details in the sales order or quotation.
  Adjust Pricing Conditions: If applicable, modify the pricing conditions to ensure they are compatible with the units of measure being used. This may involve changing the condition records or the way discounts are applied.
  Use Conversion Factors: If you need to work with different units of measure, consider using conversion factors to standardize the units before applying discounts.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the pricing procedure to see if there are any settings that enforce this rule and adjust them if necessary (this typically requires access to the SAP configuration settings and should be done by someone with the appropriate authorization).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling pricing and discounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in transactions such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VA03 (Display Sales Order).
  Pricing Procedure: Understanding the pricing procedure in your SAP system can help you identify how discounts are applied and what conditions are set.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into handling discounts with different units of measure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in sales and distribution (SD) to further investigate the problem.