How To Fix MMPUR_CQTN004 - Condition type &1 is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CQTN - Message Class for Central Supplier Quotation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Condition type &1 is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CQTN004 - Condition type &1 is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CQTN004 indicates that a specific condition type (denoted as &1 in the message) is not allowed in the context in which it is being used. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system encounters a condition type that is not valid for the transaction or document type being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type being used may not be configured for the specific purchasing document or may not be valid for the transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: The condition type may not be properly set up in the pricing procedure or may not be assigned to the relevant document type.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on which condition types can be used.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified condition type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for pricing procedures in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Conditions > Define Price Determination Process.
  Ensure that the condition type in question is included in the relevant pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific document type you are working with (e.g., purchase order, contract).
  Ensure that the condition type is allowed for that document type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Procedure:
  
  If the condition type is not included in the pricing procedure, you may need to add it.
  Make sure that the condition type is correctly assigned to the relevant access sequence.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the condition type.
  Check the user's role and authorization objects related to purchasing and pricing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the condition type and its usage.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the purchasing document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  ME31K (Create Contract)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the condition type or error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.