How To Fix MN281 - Scale/condition basis or income for condition record not known

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Scale/condition basis or income for condition record not known

What causes this issue?

The income for the condition record is not known or cannot be
determined by the program.
As a rule, this is due to an error having occurred in the determination
of the scale and condition basis or the income in a preceding workstep
(e.g. settlement accounting).

System Response

Since the scale and condition basis and the income must be known before
the function you requested can be performed, this function is not
possible.

How to fix this error?

Please rectify the error and perform the function again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN281 - Scale/condition basis or income for condition record not known ?

  The SAP error message MN281 ("Scale/condition basis or income for condition record not known") typically occurs in the context of pricing and condition records in SAP, particularly when dealing with scales or conditions that are not properly defined or recognized in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during sales order processing, pricing determination, or when trying to access condition records.
  Causes of MN281 Error
  
  
  Missing Condition Records: The condition records for the pricing procedure may not be maintained for the specific material, customer, or combination of both.
  
  
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type being used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable for the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Scale Definition Issues: If the pricing condition is based on a scale, the scale may not be defined correctly, or the scale values may not match the expected input.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., customer master, material master) that affect the pricing determination.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The pricing procedure may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to the inability to determine the correct condition records.
  
  
  Solutions to MN281 Error
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) and check if the relevant condition records exist for the condition type in question.
  Ensure that the records are maintained for the correct combination of material, customer, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code V/06 to check the configuration of the condition type. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is relevant for the pricing procedure being used.
  
  
  
  Verify Scale Definitions:
  
  If the condition is based on a scale, check the scale definitions in the condition record. Ensure that the scale values are correctly defined and that they match the expected input.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the customer master and material master data to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Pricing Procedure Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure configuration. Ensure that the condition types are included in the pricing procedure and that they are in the correct sequence.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or specific configurations that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK13: Display Condition Records
  V/06: Condition Type Configuration
  V/08: Pricing Procedure Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MN281 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.