How To Fix 6D702 - Maintain creditor in condition header or in every item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Maintain creditor in condition header or in every item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D702 - Maintain creditor in condition header or in every item ?

  The SAP error message 6D702 ("Maintain creditor in condition header or in every item") typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts. This error indicates that the system requires a creditor (vendor) to be specified either in the condition header or for each individual item in the document.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Creditor Information: The error arises when the system cannot find the necessary creditor information in the pricing conditions. This can happen if:
  
  The vendor is not specified in the condition header.
  The vendor is not specified for each item in the document.
  The pricing conditions are not properly configured to include the vendor information.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing conditions in the SAP system, which may not allow for the creditor to be maintained correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Header:
  
  Go to the relevant purchasing document (e.g., purchase order).
  Navigate to the conditions tab and check if the creditor (vendor) is maintained in the condition header.
  If not, enter the vendor information in the condition header.
  
  
  
  Check Item Conditions:
  
  If the header is correctly maintained, check each item in the document.
  Ensure that the vendor is specified for each item’s pricing condition.
  If necessary, maintain the vendor information for each item.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the document type.
  Ensure that the pricing conditions are set up to require creditor information.
  If needed, consult with your SAP configuration team to adjust the pricing procedure settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on how to maintain creditor information in pricing conditions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the document again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to access and modify the purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the purchasing documents and pricing conditions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the MM (Materials Management) module for further assistance.