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How To Fix W_CB281 - A scale type cannot be changed


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: W_CB -

  • Message number: 281

  • Message text: A scale type cannot be changed

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    Error Message

    W_CB281: A scale type cannot be changed


    Cause

    This warning message occurs when you attempt to change the scale type of a material in the SAP system, but the system does not allow this change because the scale type is already in use or linked to existing data.

    In SAP, the scale type is used in pricing procedures to define how scales (quantity-based price breaks) are applied. Once a scale type is assigned and used in pricing conditions or material master data, changing it can lead to inconsistencies or data integrity issues.

    Typical causes include:

    • The scale type is already assigned to condition records or pricing procedures.
    • The scale type is referenced in existing sales documents or material master data.
    • The system restricts changes to scale types to maintain consistency in pricing calculations.

    Solution

    • Do not change the scale type if it is already in use. Instead, create a new scale type if you need different scaling behavior.
    • If you must change the scale type, first check and remove all dependencies:
      • Check if the scale type is assigned to any condition records (transaction VK11/VK12).
      • Check if the scale type is assigned in the material master or pricing procedure.
      • Remove or adjust these assignments before attempting to change the scale type.
    • Alternatively, create a new scale type with the desired characteristics and assign it to the relevant materials or pricing procedures.
    • Consult with your pricing or SD (Sales and Distribution) team before making changes to scale types to avoid impacting pricing calculations.

    Related Information

    • Transaction codes:
      • VK11 / VK12 – Create/Change condition records
      • MM02 – Change material master (for checking scale type assignment)
      • V/06 – Define scale types
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to scale types and pricing procedures for any known issues or updates.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP SD Pricing documentation for detailed explanation of scale types and their usage.
    • Impact: Changing scale types improperly can lead to incorrect pricing, billing errors, or inconsistencies in sales documents.

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