How To Fix VYSC046 - Calculation type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VYSC - Output for Scale Processing

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Calculation type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VYSC046 - Calculation type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VYSC046, which states "Calculation type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in the SAP system, particularly within the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a calculation type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calculation Type: The specified calculation type (represented by &1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or an oversight during the setup of pricing conditions.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent calculation types.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., development to production), the transport may not have included the necessary calculation types.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may reference calculation types that are not defined in the standard configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the following path:
  
  Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Calculation Types.
  
  
  Verify if the calculation type in question exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document type. Ensure that all calculation types referenced in the pricing procedure are valid and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. If not, you may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to custom developments or enhancements that may have introduced new calculation types. Ensure that these types are properly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that pricing calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that may be affecting pricing calculations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.