How To Fix /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING606 - Maintain a table description

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Maintain a table description

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING606 - Maintain a table description ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING606 typically indicates that there is an issue with maintaining a table description in the SAP system. This error is often related to the configuration of condition tables in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP's condition technique used in pricing, discounts, and other areas.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Table Description: The error usually arises when a condition table does not have a proper description or is not maintained correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the table description.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the transport layer.
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition table may not be configured correctly, leading to this error when trying to access or maintain it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Table Description:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to the relevant area where the condition tables are maintained (e.g., Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control).
  Find the option to maintain condition tables and ensure that the table in question has a proper description.
  If the table does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain condition tables. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any technical issues in the system. This may involve looking at the system logs (transaction SM21) or checking for any transport issues.
  You may also want to run a consistency check on the database tables involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE78 (SAP Archive Link).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to condition tables and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  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 identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.