How To Fix VT622 - Scale type 'D' cannot be used for group condition 'X'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 622

• Message text: Scale type 'D' cannot be used for group condition 'X'

What causes this issue?

If a condition is used as a group condition, the scale type cannot be
'D' because interval scales are not permitted together with group
conditions.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT622 - Scale type 'D' cannot be used for group condition 'X' ?

  The SAP error message VT622 indicates that there is an issue with the scale type being used in conjunction with a group condition in a pricing procedure. Specifically, the error states that the scale type 'D' cannot be used when the group condition is set to 'X'.
  Cause:
  
  Scale Type 'D': This scale type is typically used for discounts or surcharges that are applied based on the quantity or value of items. However, it is not compatible with group conditions.
  Group Condition 'X': This indicates that the pricing condition is meant to be applied to a group of items rather than individually. When a group condition is set, the system expects a different scale type that can handle the aggregation of multiple items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Change the Scale Type: 
  
  If you need to use a group condition, you should change the scale type from 'D' to a type that is compatible with group conditions. Common alternatives include scale types that are designed for group conditions, such as 'A' or 'B'.
  You can do this in the condition record for the pricing condition type in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code VK11 or VK12).
  
  
  
  Adjust the Pricing Procedure:
  
  If changing the scale type is not feasible, consider reviewing the pricing procedure to see if the group condition is necessary. If it is not required, you can remove the group condition setting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the implications of changing scale types and group conditions in your specific business context.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, ensure to test the pricing conditions in a development or quality environment before moving to production to confirm that the error is resolved and that the pricing behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11 (Create Condition)
  VK12 (Change Condition)
  VK13 (Display Condition)
  
  
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: 
  
  You can find the configuration for pricing procedures in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VT622 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly in SAP.