How To Fix MN278 - Variable key for condition record not found (internal error)

MN278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Variable key for condition record not found (internal error)

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to read the variable key (containing data on the
condition record, such as the key combination, e.g. supplier/material)
for a condition record. This is probably due to a program error.
The number of the condition record concerned is &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN278 - Variable key for condition record not found (internal error) ?

  The SAP error message MN278, which states "Variable key for condition record not found (internal error)," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific condition record based on the variable key provided during the pricing procedure.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The most common cause is that the condition records for the specified pricing condition do not exist in the system for the given key.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition types.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the inability to find the condition record.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain condition records.
  Internal System Error: This could also be a result of an internal error in the SAP system, possibly due