How To Fix VV158 - Priorities: Valid values: 1 to 5 and blank characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VV - Requirements and availability

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Priorities: Valid values: 1 to 5 and blank characters

What causes this issue?

You have entered a value outside the valid value area in one of the
priority fields.

System Response

The entry is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Enter
a value between 1 and 5 or
0 (blank - this means that the sorting criteria is not considered)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VV158 - Priorities: Valid values: 1 to 5 and blank characters ?

  The SAP error message VV158 indicates that there is an issue with the priority values assigned in a specific context, typically related to pricing or condition records in the SAP system. The message states that valid values for priorities are between 1 and 5, or they can be left blank.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs when:
  
  A priority value outside the valid range (1 to 5) is entered.
  A non-numeric value or an invalid character is used in the priority field.
  The priority field is incorrectly configured in the system or during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the priority value you are entering is a numeric value between 1 and 5. If you want to leave it blank, ensure that you do not enter any characters.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are working with custom pricing procedures or condition types, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the priority field is correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Validation: If you are importing data or using a batch input session, validate the data being processed to ensure that all priority values conform to the expected format.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the context of priority values and their implications.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Priority Values: In SAP, priority values are often used to determine the order of processing for conditions in pricing, where lower numbers typically indicate higher priority.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) when encountering this error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.