How To Fix M9036 - Field agreements based on the free variable (*) are not possible

M9036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M9 - Logistics Information System: Planning Data

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Field agreements based on the free variable (*) are not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M9036 - Field agreements based on the free variable (*) are not possible ?

  The SAP error message M9036, which states "Field agreements based on the free variable (*) are not possible," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules when there is an issue with the configuration of conditions or agreements in pricing or material master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Free Variable Usage: The error indicates that there is an attempt to use a free variable (*) in a context where it is not allowed. Free variables are often used in pricing conditions to allow for flexibility, but certain configurations or agreements may not support them.
  Condition Records: There may be condition records that are incorrectly set up or missing for the specific pricing or agreement type you are trying to use.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition types may not be set up to handle free variables correctly.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the