How To Fix VK406 - Condition types &1 and &2 have different condition calculation types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Condition types &1 and &2 have different condition calculation types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK406 - Condition types &1 and &2 have different condition calculation types ?

  The SAP error message VK406 indicates that there is a mismatch between the condition calculation types of two condition types in a pricing procedure. This typically occurs when you are trying to use two different condition types that are not compatible with each other in a pricing scenario.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You have two condition types (e.g., discounts, surcharges) that are set up with different calculation types (e.g., one might be set to "percentage" while the other is set to "fixed amount").
  The pricing procedure is trying to apply both condition types together, but they cannot be processed in the same calculation due to their differing types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VK406 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Types: 
  
  Go to the condition type configuration in SAP (Transaction code: V/06).
  Verify the calculation types of the condition types involved in the error. You can find this under the "Calculation Type" field.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Procedure:
  
  If the condition types are indeed incompatible, you may need to adjust the pricing procedure (Transaction code: V/08).
  You can either remove one of the condition types from the pricing procedure or change the calculation type of one of the condition types to make them compatible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to pricing procedures and condition types to understand the implications of changing calculation types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing procedure to ensure that the error is resolved and that the pricing behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in pricing and sales processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: These are used in SAP to define how prices, discounts, and surcharges are calculated in sales and distribution.
  Calculation Types: Common calculation types include:
  
  Percentage: The condition value is calculated as a percentage of the base amount.
  Fixed Amount: The condition value is a fixed monetary amount.
  
  
  Pricing Procedure: This is a sequence of condition types that determine how the final price is calculated for a sales document.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK406 error and ensure that your pricing procedure functions correctly.