How To Fix CM_EHFND_API_SUBST018 - &1: Condition &2 was not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_API_SUBST -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: &1: Condition &2 was not found.

What causes this issue?

The condition &V2& (&V3&) of the company substance with &V1& number was
not found.

System Response

The system does not change or delete the condition.
The system stops processing of the company substance with &V1& number.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the condition &V2& exists in the system.
Try to transfer data of company substance with &V1& number again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST018 - &1: Condition &2 was not found. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST018 typically indicates that a specific condition (identified by &2) was not found in the system when trying to execute a function or process related to the SAP EHFND (Enterprise HCM Foundation) API. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, integration, or when accessing certain functionalities within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Condition: The most common cause is that the condition specified (e.g., a pricing condition, a configuration condition, etc.) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration or setup.
  The condition was deleted or not created.
  Typographical errors in the condition identifier.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the condition.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from finding the specified condition.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Existence:
  
  Verify that the condition specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., for pricing conditions, use transaction VK13).
  If the condition does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration related to the condition is set up correctly. This may involve checking customizing settings in the relevant areas (e.g., pricing, discounts, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the condition identifier for any typographical errors that may have led to the system not finding the condition.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the condition. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific API or functionality you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or function module that is generating the error to understand why the condition is not being found.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums may have discussions or solutions shared by other users who encountered the same error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.