How To Fix /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE720 - Creating or requesting to change this condition record is not permitted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE -

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Creating or requesting to change this condition record is not permitted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE720 - Creating or requesting to change this condition record is not permitted. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE720 typically indicates that there is a restriction preventing the creation or modification of a condition record in the SAP system. This error is often related to the condition maintenance process in SAP, particularly in the context of pricing, discounts, or other condition types.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or change condition records.
  Condition Record Status: The condition record may be locked or in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be marked as "not modifiable").
  Customizing Settings: There may be specific customizing settings that restrict changes to certain condition types or records.
  Transport Requests: If the condition records are part of a transport request, they may be locked until the transport is released.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from allowing changes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or change condition records. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or PFCG.
  Review Condition Record Status: Check if the condition record is locked or in a non-modifiable state. You can do this by using transaction VK13 (Display Condition) to see the status of the record.
  Customizing Settings: Review the customizing settings for the condition type in transaction SPRO. Ensure that the settings allow for the creation or modification of condition records.
  Unlock Records: If the condition record is locked due to a transport request, you may need to unlock it or wait until the transport is released.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no issues with the underlying data that could be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11 (Create Condition)
  VK12 (Change Condition)
  VK13 (Display Condition)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check for relevant authorization objects related to condition maintenance, such as V_KONH_A and V_KONP_A.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.