How To Fix VT563 - An access sequence is not defined for the header condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 563

• Message text: An access sequence is not defined for the header condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT563 - An access sequence is not defined for the header condition ?

  The SAP error message VT563, "An access sequence is not defined for the header condition," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in sales documents, particularly when working with condition records in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid access sequence for a specific header condition type in the pricing procedure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Access Sequence: The most common cause of this error is that the access sequence for the header condition type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to include the necessary access sequence for the header conditions.
  Condition Type Not Assigned: The condition type that is being referenced may not be assigned to the pricing procedure or may not have an access sequence linked to it.
  Custom Development: If there are custom condition types or pricing procedures, they may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VT563 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/06 (for condition types) and check the configuration of the condition type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the condition type is assigned to the correct access sequence.
  
  
  
  Define Access Sequence:
  
  If the access sequence is missing, you can create a new access sequence using transaction code V/07.
  Assign the necessary fields to the access sequence that will allow the system to find the appropriate condition records.
  
  
  
  Assign Access Sequence to Condition Type:
  
  After creating or modifying the access sequence, go back to the condition type configuration (V/06) and assign the newly created or modified access sequence to the condition type.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to check the pricing procedure that is being used in the sales document.
  Ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure and that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in SAP SD.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Access Sequences: Access sequences are used to determine the order in which the system searches for condition records. They consist of one or more condition tables.
  Condition Types: Condition types define how pricing is calculated and can include discounts, surcharges, taxes, etc.
  Pricing Procedures: Pricing procedures define the sequence of condition types that are applied to a sales document.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VT563 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are correctly configured in SAP.