How To Fix VT671 - Calculation type "T" cannot be used with CPF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 671

• Message text: Calculation type "T" cannot be used with CPF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT671 - Calculation type "T" cannot be used with CPF ?

  The SAP error message VT671, which states "Calculation type 'T' cannot be used with CPF," typically occurs in the context of transportation management or logistics when dealing with condition types and pricing procedures in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to use a calculation type 'T' (which usually refers to a specific type of calculation, such as a fixed amount or percentage) in conjunction with a condition type that is not compatible with the CPF (Condition Pricing Formula). The CPF is a mechanism in SAP that defines how pricing conditions are calculated and applied.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the condition type configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant pricing procedure and check the settings for the condition type that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the calculation type is appropriate for the condition type being used.
  
  
  
  Adjust Calculation Type:
  
  If the calculation type 'T' is not suitable for the condition type in question, consider changing it to a compatible calculation type. This may involve modifying the pricing procedure or the condition type settings.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure assigned to the document (sales order, purchase order, etc.) is correctly configured to handle the condition types and calculation types being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the calculation types and their compatibility with different condition types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing procedure to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the pricing is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  VK11 (Create Condition)
  VK12 (Change Condition)
  VK13 (Display Condition)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Community Forums: 
  
  SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  SAP Help Portal provides detailed documentation on pricing procedures, condition types, and calculation types.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VT671 error and implement a suitable solution.