How To Fix VT651 - Different calculation type not allowed (cond. type &1 has calc.type &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Different calculation type not allowed (cond. type &1 has calc.type &2)

What causes this issue?

The calculation type is not permitted.

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?

The condition type &V1& is only relevant for deferred settlement in
sales. Only calculation type &V2& is permitted for this condition type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT651 - Different calculation type not allowed (cond. type &1 has calc.type &2) ?

  The SAP error message VT651 indicates that there is a mismatch in the calculation types for a specific condition type in a pricing procedure. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when the system encounters a condition type that is not compatible with the expected calculation type.
  Cause:
  The error message VT651 is triggered when:
  
  A condition type is defined with a specific calculation type (e.g., discount, surcharge, tax) that does not match the calculation type expected in the pricing procedure.
  The condition type is being used in a context where its calculation type is not allowed, such as in a pricing procedure that expects a different type of calculation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VT651 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the pricing procedure configuration in SAP (Transaction code: V/08).
  Identify the pricing procedure being used for the transaction that triggered the error.
  Review the condition types defined in the pricing procedure and their respective calculation types.
  
  
  
  Verify Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the specific condition type mentioned in the error message (e.g., condition type &1).
  Ensure that the calculation type assigned to the condition type is appropriate for the pricing procedure in use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Calculation Types:
  
  If necessary, modify the calculation type of the condition type to match the expected type in the pricing procedure.
  Alternatively, you may need to adjust the pricing procedure to accommodate the condition type if it is valid for your business process.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in SD or MM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: These are used in pricing to determine how prices, discounts, and surcharges are calculated.
  Calculation Types: Common calculation types include:
  
  Discount: Reduces the base price.
  Surcharge: Adds to the base price.
  Tax: Applies tax rates to the base price.
  
  
  Pricing Procedure: A set of rules that determine how prices are calculated in sales documents. It includes various condition types and their sequence.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to resolve the VT651 error effectively.