How To Fix WB2B852 - Condition type &1 has the calculation type &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Condition type &1 has the calculation type &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B852 - Condition type &1 has the calculation type &2. ?

  The SAP error message WB2B852 indicates that there is an issue with a condition type in the pricing procedure. Specifically, it states that the condition type (&1) has a calculation type (&2) that is not compatible with the expected configuration. This error typically arises in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or pricing configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Calculation Type: The condition type defined in the pricing procedure may have a calculation type that does not match the expected type for the specific pricing scenario. For example, if a condition type is set to be a discount but is being used in a context where a surcharge is expected, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the pricing procedure or the condition types assigned to it. This could be due to incorrect settings in the customizing (SPRO) or changes made to the pricing procedure that have not been properly aligned with the condition types.
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: If the condition records for the specified condition type are missing or incorrectly maintained, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the pricing procedure settings.
  Verify the configuration of the condition type in question. Ensure that the calculation type is appropriate for its intended use.
  If necessary, adjust the calculation type to match the expected behavior.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document or transaction where the error occurred.
  Ensure that the condition types are correctly defined and that their sequence and calculation types are appropriate for the pricing logic you want to implement.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like VK11 or VK31 to maintain condition records for the condition type in question.
  Ensure that the records are correctly set up and active for the relevant sales documents.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing procedure in a sales order or relevant transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  VK11: Create condition records
  VK31: Change condition records
  VK12: Display condition records
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message WB2B852.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in SD pricing to further diagnose and resolve the problem.