How To Fix VK856 - Table & activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Table & activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK856 - Table & activated ?

  The SAP error message VK856 typically indicates that there is an issue with a table that has been activated but is not properly configured or is missing necessary data. This error often arises in the context of pricing procedures or condition records in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or other related modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The table or condition type may not be fully configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be missing or incorrect entries in the relevant condition records or pricing procedures.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from a development environment to production, there may be issues with the transport not including all necessary data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and ensure that all necessary settings for the pricing procedure or condition type are correctly configured.
  Verify that the condition types are properly assigned to the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like VK11, VK12, or VK13 to check if the condition records for the relevant condition types are maintained correctly.
  Ensure that the necessary data is present and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually create the necessary entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant tables and condition records.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), VK13 (Display Condition), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the VK856 error. You can search for specific notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing procedures and condition records for a better understanding of how they work and how to configure them properly.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.