How To Fix 28501 - Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty

What causes this issue?

In dependency processing, an attempt was made to evaluate an empty
condition.

System Response

Processing of the dependency concerned was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the condition you entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28501 - Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message 28501, "Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP. This error indicates that a required condition is not defined or is missing in the pricing procedure or condition records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Condition Record: The specific condition type referenced by &1 does not have any records defined in the system for the relevant combination of key fields (e.g., customer, material, sales organization).
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to include the necessary condition types.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the condition being evaluated as empty.
  Condition Exclusion: The condition might be excluded based on certain criteria or settings in the pricing procedure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to check if the condition type exists and has valid records for the relevant key fields.
  Ensure that the condition type is maintained for the specific combination of customer, material, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type. Ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure.
  Check the sequence of condition types to ensure that they are processed in the correct order.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (customer master, material master, etc.) is correctly maintained and that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could affect pricing.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing logic to identify where the condition is being evaluated as empty. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to pricing and condition records for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11, VK12: For maintaining condition records.
  V/08: For viewing and modifying pricing procedures.
  V/06: For maintaining condition types.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.