How To Fix WAB218 - Inconsistent pricing element change data for &1 (item &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Inconsistent pricing element change data for &1 (item &2)

What causes this issue?

Inconsistent pricing element change information was detected. The
condition type &V3& of the pricing element differs from the condition
type &V4& of the pricing element change information.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please adjust the interface data for the pricing element change
information.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB218 - Inconsistent pricing element change data for &1 (item &2) ?

  The SAP error message WAB218 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the pricing element change data for a specific item in a sales document or purchase order. This error typically arises when there are discrepancies in the pricing conditions or when the pricing data has been altered in a way that does not align with the expected structure or logic of the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The pricing conditions for the item may have been changed, but the system has not been updated accordingly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: If manual changes were made to pricing conditions or related data, it could lead to this error if the changes do not comply with the expected data structure.
  Customizations: Custom developments or enhancements in the pricing logic may cause inconsistencies if not properly aligned with standard SAP processes.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise if the data was not correctly formatted or validated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions for the affected item. Ensure that all relevant pricing elements are correctly defined and consistent.
  Recalculate Pricing: Try to recalculate the pricing for the document. This can often resolve inconsistencies by refreshing the pricing data.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs for the item to identify any recent changes that may have caused the inconsistency. This can help pinpoint the source of the issue.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like VK11 or VK12 to check and maintain pricing conditions. Ensure that the conditions are correctly set up and that there are no missing or conflicting entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to pricing inconsistencies for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA02 (Change Sales Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and VK11/VK12 (Maintain Pricing Conditions).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WAB218 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WAB218 error in your SAP system.