How To Fix VK799 - No variable key available to be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 799

• Message text: No variable key available to be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK799 - No variable key available to be displayed ?

  The SAP error message VK799 "No variable key available to be displayed" typically occurs in the context of pricing and condition records in SAP, particularly when working with pricing procedures or condition types that rely on variable keys for pricing determination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variable Key: The error usually indicates that the system cannot find a variable key that is required for the pricing procedure. This can happen if the variable key has not been defined or is not available in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure, condition types, or the relevant master data (like customer or material master).
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data or missing entries in the condition records can also lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the variable key.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for pricing procedures and ensure that the variable keys are correctly defined.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings under Sales and Distribution (SD) > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records for the relevant condition types to ensure that they are correctly maintained. Use transaction code VK11 to create or VK12 to change condition records.
  Ensure that the variable key is included in the condition records.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (customer, material, etc.) is correctly maintained and that it corresponds to the pricing conditions being used.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variable key and related pricing information.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the variable key is being called and why it is not available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on pricing procedures and variable keys.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  VK13: Display Condition Record
  SPRO: Access to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VK799 error and implement a solution to resolve it.