How To Fix 65167 - Condition item &1 cannot be deleted or changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 65 - Securities class data

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Condition item &1 cannot be deleted or changed

What causes this issue?

The condition item is blocked because there are already posted flows.

System Response

The condition item cannot be deleted or changed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 65167 - Condition item &1 cannot be deleted or changed ?

  The SAP error message 65167, "Condition item &1 cannot be deleted or changed," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in sales documents, purchase orders, or other related transactions. This error indicates that the specific condition item (identified by &1) cannot be modified or removed due to certain constraints or settings in the system.
  Causes:
  
  
  Condition Type Settings: The condition type may be configured in such a way that it is not allowed to be changed or deleted. This can be due to settings in the condition type configuration (e.g., it may be marked as mandatory).
  
  
  Document Status: The document (sales order, purchase order, etc.) may be in a status that does not allow changes to the pricing conditions. For example, if the document is already processed or has been released, changes may be restricted.
  
  
  Dependencies: The condition item may have dependencies on other conditions or items that prevent it from being modified or deleted.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change or delete the condition item.
  
  
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic (user exits, BAdIs) implemented in the system that restricts changes to certain condition items.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the condition type in the SAP system (transaction code: SPRO). Ensure that the settings allow for changes or deletions as needed.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document. If it is in a completed or locked state, you may need to unlock it or create a new version to make changes.
  
  
  Analyze Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies with other condition items. You may need to adjust or delete those first before modifying the condition item in question.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the condition items. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  Consult Custom Logic: If there are custom developments in place, consult with your ABAP developers or SAP consultants to understand if any custom logic is preventing the change.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME22N (for purchase orders) or VA02 (for sales orders) to attempt to make changes in a different way or to check for additional error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing conditions and their management to understand the implications of changes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.