How To Fix VK518 - ... Processing has been terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 518

• Message text: ... Processing has been terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK518 - ... Processing has been terminated ?

  The SAP error message VK518, which states "Processing has been terminated," typically occurs in the context of pricing and sales order processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, often related to issues in the pricing procedure, master data, or configuration settings.
  Causes of VK518 Error
  
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured or may be missing necessary condition types.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data such as customer master records, material master records, or condition records may be missing or incomplete.
  Condition Records: There may be missing or incorrect condition records for pricing, discounts, or surcharges.
  Access Sequence: The access sequence for the pricing condition may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find valid pricing information.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or user exits in the pricing logic, they may be causing the termination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain pricing conditions or master data.
  
  Solutions to VK518 Error
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify that the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type is correctly configured.
  Ensure that all necessary condition types are included in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data for completeness and correctness.
  Ensure that the material master data is properly maintained.
  Verify that the necessary condition records exist for the relevant pricing conditions.
  
  
  
  Examine Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like VK11 or VK12 to check and maintain condition records.
  Ensure that the condition records are valid for the relevant sales area, customer, and material.
  
  
  
  Access Sequence Configuration:
  
  Review the access sequence assigned to the condition types to ensure it is correctly set up to find the necessary pricing information.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom enhancements, consider debugging the code to identify any issues that may be causing the termination.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data and perform the pricing calculations.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11, VK12 (Maintain Condition Records)
  V/08 (Pricing Procedure)
  V/06 (Access Sequences)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the VK518 error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation on pricing procedures and condition records for a deeper understanding of the configuration.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.