How To Fix WAB159 - Please enter a pricing procedure from application M (MM) or V (SD)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Please enter a pricing procedure from application M (MM) or V (SD)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB159 - Please enter a pricing procedure from application M (MM) or V (SD) ?

  The SAP error message WAB159, which states "Please enter a pricing procedure from application M (MM) or V (SD)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the pricing procedure configuration in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM). This error can arise during various transactions, such as creating a sales order, purchase order, or when processing pricing conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure for the relevant application (MM or SD) has not been defined or is not assigned correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the pricing procedure may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be linked to a valid pricing procedure.
  Condition Records: There may be missing condition records that are required for the pricing procedure to function correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for pricing procedures:
  
  For SD: Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Pricing Procedures.
  For MM: Materials Management > Purchasing > Conditions > Define Pricing Procedures.
  
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure is assigned to the relevant document types (sales order, purchase order, etc.).
  Check the assignment of the pricing procedure to the sales area (for SD) or purchasing organization (for MM).
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Verify that the necessary condition records are maintained for the pricing procedure.
  Use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to manage condition records.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type being used is correctly configured to use the appropriate pricing procedure.
  Check the settings in the relevant configuration area for the document type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for detailed guidance on pricing procedures and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD or MM for further assistance.