How To Fix RECD276 - Condition type &1 is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 276

• Message text: Condition type &1 is obsolete

What causes this issue?

Condition type &v1& is defined as obsolete in Customizing within
condition group &v2&.

System Response

Creating a new condition with this condition type is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Use a different condition type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD276 - Condition type &1 is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message RECD276 indicates that a specific condition type (denoted by &1) is considered obsolete in the context of pricing or conditions in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module or in the SAP Materials Management (MM) module when the system encounters a condition type that is no longer valid or has been replaced by a new one.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolescence of Condition Type: The condition type may have been marked as obsolete in the configuration settings, possibly due to changes in business processes or updates in the pricing procedure.
  Configuration Changes: Changes made in the pricing procedure or condition records that affect the validity of the condition type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from an older system or version, some condition types may not have been properly updated or mapped.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for pricing procedures.
  Check the condition types defined in the pricing procedure and see if the condition type in question is marked as obsolete.
  If it is obsolete, you may need to replace it with a valid condition type or remove it from the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Update Condition Records:
  
  If the condition type is still needed, you may need to create new condition records using a valid condition type.
  Use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to manage condition records.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document or purchase order is correctly configured and does not include obsolete condition types.
  You may need to adjust the pricing procedure to remove references to the obsolete condition type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific condition type to understand its obsolescence and any recommended actions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the pricing works as expected without the obsolete condition type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  VK11, VK12, VK13 for managing condition records.
  V/08 for maintaining pricing procedures.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to the specific condition type.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition types.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the SD or MM modules for further assistance.