How To Fix VK386 - The conversion factor is not transferred.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 386

• Message text: The conversion factor is not transferred.

What causes this issue?

The conversion factor is missing.

System Response

If the conversion factor is not properly maintained, then the condition
cannot be used properly in the document.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the conversion factor or delete the line.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK386 - The conversion factor is not transferred. ?

  The SAP error message VK386, "The conversion factor is not transferred," typically occurs in the context of pricing and condition records in SAP, particularly when dealing with pricing procedures in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the conversion factor for a condition type that is not being correctly transferred or calculated.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: The condition records for the pricing procedure may not be set up correctly, or the conversion factor may not be defined for the specific condition type.
  Inconsistent Unit of Measure: There may be a mismatch between the unit of measure used in the pricing condition and the unit of measure in the material master or sales order.
  Configuration Issues: The pricing procedure may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to issues with how conversion factors are handled.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with the material master data, customer master data, or info records can lead to this error if the relevant data is not consistent or complete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Condition Records: Verify that the condition records for the relevant condition type are correctly maintained. Ensure that the conversion factor is defined and that it matches the expected values.
  
  Use transaction code VK11 to create or VK12 to change condition records.
  
  
  
  Review Unit of Measure: Ensure that the unit of measure in the pricing condition matches the unit of measure in the material master and sales order. You can check this in the material master (transaction code MM03) and the sales order (transaction code VA03).
  
  
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: Review the pricing procedure configuration in the system. Use transaction code V/08 to check the pricing procedure and ensure that the condition types are correctly set up to handle conversion factors.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the relevant master data (material, customer, etc.) is complete and consistent. Look for any discrepancies that might affect pricing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or updates regarding this specific error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, V/08, MM03, and VA03 for managing condition records and master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VK386 error in your SAP system.