How To Fix VK802 - Mark the 'with validity period' field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Mark the 'with validity period' field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK802 - Mark the 'with validity period' field ?

  The SAP error message VK802, which states "Mark the 'with validity period' field," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP. This error indicates that a pricing condition record requires a validity period to be defined, but it has not been set.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you are trying to create or modify a pricing condition record in the SAP system, and the system expects a validity period to be specified. The validity period defines the time frame during which the pricing condition is applicable. If this field is not marked or filled in, the system will throw the VK802 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the VK802 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Pricing Condition Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code where you are trying to create or modify the pricing condition (e.g., VK11 for creating, VK12 for changing).
  
  
  
  Check the Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the "Validity From" and "Validity To" fields are filled in. These fields define the start and end dates for the pricing condition.
  
  
  
  Mark the 'With Validity Period' Field:
  
  If there is an option to mark the 'with validity period' checkbox, ensure that it is checked. This indicates that the condition record will have a validity period.
  
  
  
  Save the Record:
  
  After filling in the necessary fields, save the condition record. The error should no longer appear if the validity period is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  
  Condition Types:
  
  Ensure that the condition type you are working with is set up to require a validity period. This can be checked in the configuration settings for pricing.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration, you can check the settings in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing conditions and their configuration.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VK802 error and successfully create or modify your pricing condition records in SAP.