How To Fix VT504 - Enter a subtotal between 1 and 7 for step &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Enter a subtotal between 1 and 7 for step &

What causes this issue?

The condition type is a rebate condition type. The subtotal needs to be
stored in table VBRP.
You should use a from reference step to refer to a step which includes
a subtotal between 1 and 7.
You can also enter the subtotal directly in the current line.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a subtotal between 1 and 7 in step &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT504 - Enter a subtotal between 1 and 7 for step & ?

  The SAP error message VT504 ("Enter a subtotal between 1 and 7 for step &") typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying a pricing procedure in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition types in the pricing procedure.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the subtotal value you have entered for a specific step in the pricing procedure is outside the acceptable range. In SAP, subtotals are used to define how the system should calculate and aggregate different condition types. The valid range for subtotals is between 1 and 7, and each number corresponds to a specific way of handling the subtotal in the pricing calculation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 (or V/07 for display) to access the pricing procedure configuration.
  
  
  
  Locate the Step:
  
  Find the specific step in the pricing procedure that is causing the error. This will be indicated by the step number in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Subtotal Value:
  
  Review the subtotal value assigned to that step. Ensure that it is set to a value between 1 and 7.
  
  
  
  Modify the Subtotal:
  
  If the subtotal is outside the valid range, change it to an appropriate value (1 to 7). Each subtotal number has a specific meaning:
  
  1: Subtotal for the first level of pricing
  2: Subtotal for the second level, and so on up to 7.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the pricing is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: Each condition type in SAP can have its own subtotal, which affects how prices are calculated and displayed in sales documents.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure defines the sequence of condition types and how they interact with each other during pricing calculations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition types.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP functional consultant or refer to SAP support for further assistance.