How To Fix 881706 - Special condition type &1 is not maintained correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 706

• Message text: Special condition type &1 is not maintained correctly

What causes this issue?

A combination of one country and one recycling partner must be
maintained for a special condition type. Alternatively, neither a cou
ntry nor a recycling partner can be assigned. The assignment of a
country only without a recycling partner or vice versa is not permitted.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can maintain the special condition type in Customizing for REA under
<DS:TRAN.J7LRREN11000175>Define Special Condition Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881706 - Special condition type &1 is not maintained correctly ?

  The SAP error message 881706, which states "Special condition type &1 is not maintained correctly," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or maintenance of a special condition type in the pricing procedure.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The special condition type may not be configured correctly in the pricing procedure. This could include missing settings or incorrect assignment of the condition type.
  Missing Condition Records: There may be no condition records maintained for the specified condition type, which means that the system cannot find any applicable pricing information.
  Inconsistent Data: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the condition type, such as incorrect validity dates or missing key fields.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the condition type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant pricing procedure settings.
  Ensure that the special condition type is correctly defined and assigned to the appropriate pricing procedure.
  Verify that the condition type is set up with the correct calculation type, access sequence, and other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 to create or maintain condition records for the special condition type.
  Ensure that the records are valid for the relevant sales area, customer, material, and other key fields.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Check the validity dates of the condition records to ensure they are active for the required period.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly in the condition records.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the condition type.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific condition type for additional guidance on configuration and maintenance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  VK11: Create condition records
  VK12: Change condition records
  VK13: Display condition records
  
  
  Pricing Procedure: Understand how pricing procedures work in SAP, including the sequence of condition types and their impact on pricing calculations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on the specific condition type.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or support team for further investigation.