How To Fix MN260 - Condition class & of condition record not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Condition class & of condition record not allowed

What causes this issue?

A program or function module within the subsequent settlement
functionality has been called up with a condition record that does not
belong to condition class 'C'. This is not allowed.
The arrangement involved has the number &V3&; the condition record has
the (internal) number &V4&.

System Response

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

&WHAT_TO_DO& (system administrator)
Check that condition type &V2& has been assigned to condition class
"C". <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEKONDT>Set up condition technique</>
This problem is otherwise most likely due to a program error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN260 - Condition class & of condition record not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MN260, which states "Condition class & of condition record not allowed," typically occurs in the context of pricing and condition records in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the condition class associated with a pricing condition record that you are trying to use in a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Condition Class: The condition class of the condition record you are trying to use is not valid for the operation you are performing. This could be due to the condition type being incorrectly configured or not allowed in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: The condition type may not be properly configured in the pricing procedure, or it may not be assigned to the relevant pricing procedure for the transaction.
  Missing Condition Records: The condition record you are trying to access may not exist for the specified condition type or may not be valid for the specific combination of key fields (like customer, material, etc.).
  Transaction Context: The error may arise if the condition type is not applicable in the context of the transaction (e.g., sales order, purchase order, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/06 (for sales) or V/07 (for purchasing) to check the configuration of the condition type.
  Ensure that the condition class is correctly defined and that it is allowed for the pricing procedure you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure assigned to your sales document or purchasing document.
  Ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure and that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 (to create) or VK12 (to change) to check if the condition records exist for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that the condition records are valid for the specific combination of key fields (like customer, material, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction type that supports the condition type you are trying to apply.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP functional consultant to confirm that the condition type is appropriate for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to pricing conditions and condition types for additional insights.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: These are used in pricing procedures to determine how prices are calculated in sales and purchasing documents.
  Condition Records: These are the actual data entries that define the specific pricing conditions for various combinations of customers, materials, etc.
  Pricing Procedure: This is a sequence of condition types that SAP uses to calculate the final price of a product or service in a transaction.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and setup in your SAP environment.