How To Fix MN285 - Condition record (header data) missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Condition record (header data) missing

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to read a condition record (header data) with the
(internal) number &V1& from an internal table. The error occurred in
function module &V2&.
The problem may be due to one of the following reasons:
faulty call of function module &V2& with invalid or inconsistent data
database error, that is, the condition record does not exist in the
database table (KONH)

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN285 - Condition record (header data) missing ?

  The SAP error message MN285, which states "Condition record (header data) missing," typically occurs in the context of pricing or conditions in SAP, particularly when working with pricing procedures in Sales and Distribution (SD) or Materials Management (MM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid condition record for the specified condition type in the pricing procedure.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The most common cause is that the condition records for the specific condition type (e.g., discounts, surcharges) have not been created or are incomplete.
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type being referenced may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., customer master, material master) that prevent the system from finding the relevant condition records.
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly set up to include the necessary condition types.
  Validity Period: The condition records may have a validity period that does not include the current date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to create or update the necessary condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that the condition records are created for the correct combination of key fields (e.g., customer, material, sales organization).
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify that the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document or purchase order includes the necessary condition types.
  Use transaction code V/08 to review and adjust the pricing procedure configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master and material master data to ensure that they are correctly maintained and that the relevant fields are populated.
  Ensure that the customer and material are assigned to the correct sales area.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Review the validity dates of the condition records to ensure they are active for the current date.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the pricing procedure and identify where the condition record lookup is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  VK13: Display Condition Record
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN285 error and ensure that the necessary condition records are in place for your pricing needs.