How To Fix VT682 - Condition category 'T': use only without optimized inventory management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 682

• Message text: Condition category 'T': use only without optimized inventory management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT682 - Condition category 'T': use only without optimized inventory management ?

  The SAP error message VT682 indicates that there is an issue with the condition category 'T' (which typically refers to a specific pricing condition) in the context of optimized inventory management. This error usually arises when there is a mismatch between the configuration settings for pricing conditions and the inventory management settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Category 'T': This condition category is often used for pricing in sales and distribution (SD) and may not be compatible with optimized inventory management settings.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to use optimized inventory management, but the condition category 'T' is not set up to work in this context.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the materials or pricing conditions that are causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and navigate to the relevant sections for pricing and inventory management.
  Ensure that the condition category 'T' is configured correctly and is compatible with the optimized inventory management settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Condition Records:
  
  Review the condition records for the pricing condition 'T' and ensure they are set up correctly.
  If necessary, create or modify condition records to ensure they align with the requirements of optimized inventory management.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Inventory Management:
  
  If optimized inventory management is not a requirement, consider switching back to standard inventory management settings. This may involve changing configuration settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on condition categories and their compatibility with inventory management settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the pricing conditions are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VT682 error and implement a solution to resolve it.