How To Fix 28042 - Partial condition not allowed: NOT SPECIFIED &1&2

28042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Partial condition not allowed: NOT SPECIFIED &1&2

What causes this issue?

The predefined condition 'SPECIFIED' cannot be negated in this
dependency type. You have entered an expression in which the negative
form NOT SPECIFIED occurs or is inferred logically.
You cannot use the negative form of SPECIFIED (for example, NOT
SPECIFIED) in actions or constraints. You can only negate SPECIFIED in
procedures.

System Response

The system marks the incorrect condition as a whole, but not the
specific place where 'NOT SPECIFIED' occurs, because this expression
may only occur due to a combination of other expressions.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry and make the necessary corrections, or check the
dependency type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28042 - Partial condition not allowed: NOT SPECIFIED &1&2 ?

  The SAP error message "28042 Partial condition not allowed: NOT SPECIFIED &1&2" typically occurs in the context of condition management, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions in sales documents, purchase orders, or similar transactions. This error indicates that a partial condition is not allowed for the specified condition type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Condition Type Configuration: The condition type may be configured in such a way that it does not allow partial entries. This is often the case for mandatory conditions that require a complete value.
  Incomplete Data: The system may be expecting a complete set of data for a condition, but only partial data has been provided.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on how conditions can be applied, leading to this error when trying to enter a partial condition.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Settings: Review the configuration of the condition type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to allow partial