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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 to a bug or a temporary glitch.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Condition Records: 
  
  Go to the transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) and check if the condition records exist for the relevant condition type and key.
  If they do not exist, you may need to create them using VK11 (Create Condition).
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure is correctly configured and that the condition types are properly assigned.
  Check the access sequence for the condition type to ensure it is set up to find the correct records.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Verify that the master data (like customer master, material master) is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Check if the relevant sales document or purchase order is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and maintain condition records.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the error occurs. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if you suspect an internal error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11 - Create Condition
  VK12 - Change Condition
  VK13 - Display Condition
  V/06 - Maintain Pricing Procedure
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing and condition records for a deeper understanding of how they work.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MN278 error in SAP.