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Message type: E = Error
Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen
Message number: 451
Message text: Only item number & can be maintained
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VK451
- Only item number & can be maintained ?The SAP error message VK451 ("Only item number & can be maintained") typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP, particularly when dealing with pricing procedures in sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM). This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific item number to be maintained, but it is not able to process the request due to the current configuration or data setup.
Cause:
- Item Number Limitation: The error usually arises when the system is configured to allow only a specific item number to be maintained for a particular condition record or pricing procedure.
- Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the pricing procedure or condition types that restricts the maintenance of other item numbers.
- Data Entry Error: The user may be trying to enter or modify a condition record for an item number that is not allowed or does not exist in the system.
Solution:
Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the pricing procedure and condition types in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the maintenance of the required item numbers.
- Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like
V/08
(for condition types) andV/06
(for pricing procedures) to check the settings.Verify Item Numbers: Ensure that the item number you are trying to maintain is valid and exists in the system. If necessary, create or adjust the item number in the relevant master data.
Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the pricing procedure and condition records you are working with. This can provide insights into any restrictions or requirements.
User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the condition records for the specified item number.
Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
Related Information:
VK11
(Create Condition), VK12
(Change Condition), and VK13
(Display Condition) for managing condition records.By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK451 error and maintain the necessary item numbers in your SAP system.
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