How To Fix VK428 - Source and target condition types &1 and &2 have different scale bases

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Source and target condition types &1 and &2 have different scale bases

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK428 - Source and target condition types &1 and &2 have different scale bases ?

  The SAP error message VK428 indicates that there is a mismatch in the scale bases of the source and target condition types in a pricing procedure. This typically occurs when you are trying to copy or transfer pricing conditions from one condition type to another, and the system detects that the scale bases (the units of measure or the way the conditions are calculated) are not compatible.
  Cause:
  
  Different Scale Bases: The source condition type and the target condition type have different scale bases. For example, one condition type may be based on quantity while another may be based on value.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the condition types in the pricing procedure may not be aligned, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Condition Type Assignment: The condition types may not be correctly assigned in the pricing procedure, causing the system to attempt to use incompatible types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the condition types involved (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  Verify that the scale bases for both condition types are compatible.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scale Bases:
  
  If necessary, adjust the scale bases of either the source or target condition type to ensure they match. This may involve changing the unit of measure or the calculation method.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure where these condition types are used (transaction code V/08).
  Ensure that the condition types are correctly assigned and that their scale bases are compatible.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the pricing procedure to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on condition types and pricing procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: To maintain pricing procedures.
  SPRO: To access the configuration settings.
  
  
  Condition Types: Understand the purpose of each condition type and how they interact within the pricing procedure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to condition types and pricing errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK428 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly.