How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_SOS012 - Condition type &1 is not valid

APPL_MM_PUR_SOS012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_SOS - Messages for Source of Supply

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Condition type &1 is not valid

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APPL_MM_PUR_SOS012 - Details

• The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS012, which states "Condition type &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system encounters a condition type that is not recognized or is not configured correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Condition Type: The condition type specified in the pricing procedure is not defined in the system or is not valid for the transaction being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: The condition type may not be assigned to the relevant pricing procedure or may not be active for the specific document type.
  Missing Master Data: The condition type may require certain master data (like vendor or material master) that is not set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified condition type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the following path:
  Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Conditions -> Define