How To Fix WV463 - The (net) sales price is less than the net/net purchase price

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 463

• Message text: The (net) sales price is less than the net/net purchase price

What causes this issue?

The sales price (net) for the current item is lower than the purchase
price (net/net).
If the sales price is saved, the material will be sold at less than the
delivered price. In some countries, this is permitted only under
exceptional circumstances.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the current pricing item carefully before you save the sales
price.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV463 - The (net) sales price is less than the net/net purchase price ?

  The SAP error message WV463 indicates that the net sales price of a product is lower than the net/net purchase price. This situation typically arises in the context of pricing and profitability analysis within the SAP system, particularly in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module.
  Cause:
  
  Pricing Configuration: The sales price set for the product is lower than the purchase price, which can lead to negative margins.
  Discounts and Conditions: Discounts applied to the sales price may result in a net sales price that is lower than the net purchase price.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data or pricing conditions may be incorrectly maintained, leading to discrepancies in pricing.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the sales price and purchase price are in different currencies, conversion rates may lead to an incorrect comparison.
  Sales Order Entry: During the sales order entry, the price might have been manually overridden or incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions in the sales order and ensure that the sales price is set correctly. Adjust any discounts or surcharges that may be affecting the net sales price.
  Update Master Data: Verify the material master data and ensure that the purchase price is correctly maintained. If necessary, update the purchase price in the material master.
  Check Pricing Procedure: Ensure that the pricing procedure used in the sales order is appropriate and that all relevant conditions are correctly configured.
  Analyze Currency Settings: If applicable, check the currency settings and conversion rates to ensure that the prices are being compared correctly.
  Consult with Finance: If the pricing discrepancy is significant, consult with the finance team to understand the implications and to determine if the sales price needs to be adjusted.
  Override Price (if necessary): If the sales price needs to be overridden for specific cases, ensure that this is done in accordance with company policy and that it is documented.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  Reports: Use reports such as S_ALR_87012179 (Sales Order Analysis) to analyze sales orders and pricing discrepancies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to pricing and error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for pricing procedures and condition records to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the WV463 error and ensure that your pricing strategy is effective and profitable.