06687 - Not possible to maintain conditions for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 687

• Message text: Not possible to maintain conditions for item &

What causes this issue?

There is no provision for condition maintenance in the case of items
belonging to the categories <ZH>consignment</>, <ZH>text</> or
<ZH>material group</>.
In the case of items belonging to the item category <ZH>consignment</>,
prices are maintained within the framework of consignment processing
via the price segments in the material master or via consignment info
records.

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

In the case of items belonging to the item category <ZH>text</>, the
item has only informative character in the document.
In the case of items belonging to the item category <ZH>material group
</>, prices are usually determined in the info records for the specific
materials included in a contract release order.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06687 - Not possible to maintain conditions for item & ?

  The SAP error message "06687 Not possible to maintain conditions for item &" typically occurs when there is an issue with maintaining pricing conditions for a specific item in a sales document, purchase order, or other related transactions. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Item Category Restrictions: The item category of the line item may not allow for condition maintenance. Certain item categories are configured in such a way that they do not support pricing conditions.
  
  
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be configured to allow condition maintenance. This can happen if the document type is set up to exclude certain pricing conditions.
  
  
  Condition Records Missing: There may be no condition records available for the specific pricing condition type you are trying to maintain.
  
  
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure assigned to the document may not include the condition type you are trying to maintain.
  
  
  Status of the Document: The document may be in a status that does not allow for changes to pricing conditions (e.g., it may be completed or locked).
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Category: Review the item category of the line item and ensure that it is configured to allow condition maintenance. You can do this by checking the configuration in the item category settings.
  
  
  Review Document Type: Verify the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it is configured to allow for the maintenance of pricing conditions.
  
  
  Create Condition Records: If there are no existing condition records for the pricing condition type, create the necessary condition records in the relevant condition tables.
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure: Ensure that the pricing procedure assigned to the document includes the condition type you are trying to maintain. You may need to adjust the pricing procedure configuration.
  
  
  Document Status: Check the status of the document. If it is locked or completed, you may need to unlock it or create a new document to make changes.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the configuration settings, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who can provide insights into the specific settings for your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) to manage condition records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing conditions, item categories, and document types for a deeper understanding of how these elements interact.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further troubleshooting.