How To Fix MN038 - Condition granter & flagged for deletion in purchasing organization &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Condition granter & flagged for deletion in purchasing organization &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN038 - Condition granter & flagged for deletion in purchasing organization & ?

  The SAP error message MN038 typically indicates that a condition record in the pricing procedure is flagged for deletion in the purchasing organization. This can occur in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system attempts to access a condition record that is no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Flagged for Deletion: The condition record is marked as "flagged for deletion" in the relevant purchasing organization. This means that the record is not available for use in pricing calculations.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition types.
  Data Maintenance: The condition records may not have been maintained correctly, or they may have been deleted or flagged inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code MEK1 (Create Condition) or MEK2 (Change Condition) to check the condition records for the relevant purchasing organization.
  Look for the specific condition type that is causing the error and verify its status. If it is flagged for deletion, you may need to unflag it or create a new condition record.
  
  
  
  Unflag the Condition:
  
  If you find that the condition record is indeed flagged for deletion, you can unflag it by changing the status in the condition record maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Create New Condition Record:
  
  If the condition record is not recoverable, you may need to create a new condition record with the appropriate details.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure is correctly configured to include the necessary condition types and that they are active for the purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MEK1, MEK2, MEK3 (Display Condition), MEK4 (Delete Condition).
  Pricing Procedure: Understand how pricing procedures work in SAP and how condition types are integrated into purchasing documents.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify condition records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to condition records and purchasing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.