How To Fix 1G078 - Item counter &2 does not exist in condition area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Item counter &2 does not exist in condition area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G078 - Item counter &2 does not exist in condition area &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1G078 ("Item counter &2 does not exist in condition area &1") typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactional documents where condition records are maintained. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific item counter in the specified condition area, which can lead to issues in pricing determination.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The item counter referenced in the error does not have corresponding condition records in the specified condition area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition type or pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to handle the item counter.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrectly maintained condition records.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being processed may not be compatible with the condition records available.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) or VK11 (Create Condition) to check if the condition records for the relevant condition type exist for the item counter in question.
  Ensure that the condition records are maintained for the correct combination of key fields (e.g., material, customer, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the document type. Ensure that it includes the necessary condition types and that they are correctly configured.
  Use transaction code V/08 to review and adjust the pricing procedure if necessary.
  
  
  
  Validate Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the document type being processed is set up to use the relevant condition types. This can be checked in the configuration settings for sales documents or purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the error is occurring. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK13: Display Condition Records
  VK11: Create Condition Records
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  Condition Types: Understand the condition types involved in the pricing procedure and their configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing and condition records for further insights.
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and conditions.