How To Fix /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING853 - An inactive version of condition table &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 853

• Message text: An inactive version of condition table &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING853 - An inactive version of condition table &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING853 indicates that there is an issue with condition tables in the SAP system, specifically that an inactive version of the specified condition table does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of condition management, such as pricing or other condition-based functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Condition Table: The error suggests that the system is trying to access an inactive version of a condition table that has not been created or activated.
  Missing Customization: The condition table may not have been properly configured or customized in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the condition table was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Versioning Issues: The system may be looking for a specific version of the condition table that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Table Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/03 (for pricing condition tables) or the relevant transaction for your specific condition type.
  Verify if the condition table exists and check its status (active/inactive).
  If the table is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Create/Activate the Condition Table:
  
  If the condition table does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., V/01 for creating condition tables).
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it using the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the condition table was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the table is activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that all necessary customizing settings related to the condition table are correctly configured.
  Check for any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to condition tables and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/03: Display Condition Table
  V/01: Create Condition Table
  V/02: Change Condition Table
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Condition Management: Familiarize yourself with the overall condition management process in SAP, as understanding how condition tables fit into this process can help in troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING853 and ensure that the condition tables are correctly configured and activated in your SAP system.