How To Fix WV853 - Error determining weighting factors for supplier mixed price

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 853

• Message text: Error determining weighting factors for supplier mixed price

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when preassigning weighting factors for vendors in
purchase price determination, using the vendor mixed price. The error
was triggered in
<DS:IO.IF_EX_MIXED_PP_QUANTITIES INITIAL_MIXED_PP_QUANTITIES>Method
INITIAL_MIXED_PP_QUANTITIES</> for the BAdI MIXED_PP_QUANTITIES, which
is called by the main program for
<DS:GLOS.352A7060D3895CD5E10000009B38F974>sales price calculation</>.

System Response

The system cancels further structuring of the pricing item.

How to fix this error?

See any additional messages in the log for sales price calculation for
details of what caused the error.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV853 - Error determining weighting factors for supplier mixed price ?

  The SAP error message WV853, which states "Error determining weighting factors for supplier mixed price," typically occurs in the context of purchasing and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with mixed pricing conditions for suppliers. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration of pricing conditions, supplier data, or the specific transaction being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: The system may not have the necessary condition records for the pricing procedure, leading to an inability to determine the correct weighting factors.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to handle mixed pricing scenarios, or the relevant condition types may not be set up properly.
  Supplier Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing information in the supplier master data that affect pricing.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data being processed (e.g., different units of measure, currencies, etc.), the system may fail to calculate the weighting factors.
  Transaction-Specific Issues: The specific transaction (e.g., purchase order, contract) may have issues that prevent the system from calculating the mixed price correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Condition Records: Verify that the necessary condition records for the pricing procedure are maintained correctly. Use transaction codes like VK11 to check and maintain condition records.
  Review Pricing Procedure Configuration: Ensure that the pricing procedure is correctly configured to handle mixed pricing. This can be done in the configuration settings under SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Conditions -> Define Pricing Procedures.
  Validate Supplier Master Data: Check the supplier master data for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Analyze Transaction Data: Review the specific transaction that triggered the error. Check for any inconsistencies in the data, such as unit of measure or currency discrepancies.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing determination process to identify where the error occurs. This may require technical expertise.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to analyze the purchase orders involved.
  SAP Community and Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing procedures and mixed pricing to understand the underlying principles and configurations.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP MM (Materials Management) for further assistance.