How To Fix /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE861 - Condition type &1 &2 &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE -

• Message number: 861

• Message text: Condition type &1 &2 &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE861 - Condition type &1 &2 &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE861 indicates that a specific condition type does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of condition maintenance, which is part of the pricing and conditions functionality in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Condition Type: The condition type specified in the error message (&1, &2, &3) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the condition type may not have been created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition type may not be properly configured in the relevant pricing procedure or may not be assigned to the relevant application area.
  Transport Issues: If the condition type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type: Verify that the condition type exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area:
  
  Use transaction code V/06 to check the condition types.
  Ensure that the condition type is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration: If the condition type is missing, you may need to create it or ensure it is properly configured in the pricing procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to check the pricing procedures and ensure the condition type is included.
  If necessary, create the condition type using transaction code V/06.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: If the condition type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain condition types. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the condition type or its configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  V/02: Change Condition Records
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to condition types and pricing procedures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.