How To Fix /SAPCND/MASTERDATA043 - Maintenance of cond. rec. was possible even for wrong key CT field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MASTERDATA -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Maintenance of cond. rec. was possible even for wrong key CT field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MASTERDATA043 - Maintenance of cond. rec. was possible even for wrong key CT field ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MASTERDATA043 indicates that there is an issue with the maintenance of condition records in the SAP system, specifically related to the key condition type (CT) field. This error typically arises when the system allows the creation or modification of condition records even when the key fields are not correctly defined or do not match the expected criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition type may not be properly configured in the system, allowing for incorrect key fields to be accepted.
  Missing Validations: There may be a lack of validation checks in place for the condition records, leading to the acceptance of invalid entries.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be bypassing standard checks, allowing incorrect data to be saved.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or condition records that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the condition type in the SAP system. Ensure that all required fields are correctly defined and that the key fields are set up properly.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Pricing ? Condition Master Data ? Define Condition Types.
  
  
  
  Implement Validations: If necessary, implement additional validation checks to ensure that only valid key fields can be used when creating or modifying condition records.
  
  This may involve ABAP development to enhance the standard checks.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments related to condition records, review the code to ensure that it is not bypassing necessary validations.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: Check for any existing condition records that may have been created with incorrect key fields and clean them up as necessary.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on best practices for condition record maintenance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing condition records.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to condition types and pricing procedures to understand the implications of the configuration settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that users who are maintaining condition records have the appropriate roles and authorizations to prevent unauthorized changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.