How To Fix MN334 - Start date of cond. record restriction outside reb. arrangement period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 334

• Message text: Start date of cond. record restriction outside reb. arrangement period

What causes this issue?

The start date (&V1&) entered to narrow down the number of condition
records to be processed is later than the end date (&V2&) of the rebate
arrangement validity period.
Thus there are no condition records to be processed.

System Response

It is unnecessary to perform the function you invoked.

How to fix this error?

Please check and correct the dates you entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN334 - Start date of cond. record restriction outside reb. arrangement period ?

  The SAP error message MN334, which states "Start date of condition record restriction outside rebate arrangement period," typically occurs in the context of rebate agreements in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the validity period of a condition record (such as a rebate condition) and the defined period of the rebate arrangement.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Record Validity: The condition record you are trying to create or modify has a start date that is outside the validity period of the associated rebate arrangement.
  Rebate Arrangement Period: The rebate arrangement has specific start and end dates, and the condition record must fall within this range.
  Incorrect Dates: The dates entered in the condition record may be incorrect or not aligned with the rebate arrangement.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rebate Arrangement Dates: Verify the start and end dates of the rebate arrangement. Ensure that the condition record you are trying to create or modify falls within this period.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the rebate arrangement in SAP and checking the validity dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Condition Record Dates: If the condition record's start date is outside the rebate arrangement period, adjust the dates of the condition record to ensure they are within the valid range.
  
  You can do this in the condition record maintenance screen (transaction code: VK11 or VK12).
  
  
  
  Create New Condition Record: If necessary, create a new condition record with the correct dates that align with the rebate arrangement.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the validity periods or how to adjust them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  VK13: Display Condition Record
  
  
  Rebate Arrangement: You can manage rebate arrangements using transaction codes like VBO1 (Create Rebate Arrangement) and VBO2 (Change Rebate Arrangement).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to rebate arrangements and condition records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN334 error and ensure that your condition records are correctly aligned with the rebate arrangements in your SAP system.