How To Fix W_CB444 - Scale basis &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 444

• Message text: Scale basis &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB444 - Scale basis &1 is not supported ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W_CB444 Scale basis &1 is not supported
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs in SAP when a scale basis value used in a condition or pricing procedure is not supported or recognized by the system. The scale basis defines the unit or basis on which scales (e.g., quantity scales, value scales) are applied in pricing or condition records.
  Common reasons for this error include:
  
  The scale basis specified in the condition record or pricing procedure is invalid or not maintained.
  The scale basis is not supported for the particular condition type or pricing scenario.
  Customizing or master data inconsistency where the scale basis is missing or incorrectly configured.
  Using a scale basis that is not compatible with the condition category or the application area.
  
  
  Explanation of Scale Basis:
  In SAP pricing, the scale basis determines the unit of measure or the basis on which the scale is applied. For example, scales can be based on:
  
  Quantity (e.g., pieces, kilograms)
  Value (e.g., currency amount)
  Weight
  Volume
  
  The scale basis is defined in the condition type or pricing procedure and must be consistent with the condition records and the business process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Scale Basis in Condition Records:
  
  Go to transaction VK11/VK12 (Maintain Condition Records).
  Verify the scale basis used in the condition records for the condition type.
  Ensure that the scale basis is valid and supported.
  
  
  
  Verify Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SPRO ? Logistics ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Pricing ? Pricing Control ? Define Condition Types.
  Check the scale basis assigned to the condition type.
  Make sure the scale basis is appropriate for the condition type and business scenario.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  In the pricing procedure, verify that the scale basis used in the condition steps is consistent and supported.
  
  
  
  Maintain Scale Basis in Customizing:
  
  If a custom scale basis is used, ensure it is properly defined and supported in the system.
  Sometimes, you may need to define or adjust the scale basis in the IMG under pricing or condition technique.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to message W_CB444 for your SAP version.
  Sometimes, patches or corrections are available if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After corrections, test the pricing or condition record creation to ensure the warning no longer appears.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Message Class: CB (Condition Base)
  Message Number: 444
  This is a warning message (W), so it does not stop processing but indicates a potential issue that may affect pricing accuracy.
  The placeholder &1 in the message will be replaced by the actual scale basis value causing the warning.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Unsupported or invalid scale basis used in condition records or pricing procedure.
  
  
  Effect
  Warning message; potential incorrect pricing scales applied.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct scale basis in condition records, condition type configuration, and pricing procedure. Maintain proper scale basis in customizing.
  
  
  Transaction Codes
  VK11, VK12, SPRO (for configuration)
  
  
  Message Class
  CB
  
  
  Message Number
  444
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact scale basis value (&1), I can help you identify whether it is a standard or custom scale basis and guide you further.