How To Fix /SAPCND/MASTERDATA053 - Scales tables are initial for a condition record which has scales.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MASTERDATA -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Scales tables are initial for a condition record which has scales.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MASTERDATA053 - Scales tables are initial for a condition record which has scales. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MASTERDATA053 indicates that there is an issue with condition records that utilize scales in the pricing procedure. Specifically, this error occurs when the scale tables for a condition record are empty or not properly initialized, which means that the system cannot find the necessary scale data to process the condition record.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Scale Tables: The scale tables associated with the condition record are not populated. This can happen if the condition record was created without defining any scales.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the condition type may not be set up correctly to handle scales.
  Missing Data: The relevant scale data might not have been maintained in the system, leading to the error when trying to access or process the condition record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Record: 
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) and check the condition record in question. Ensure that scales are defined correctly.
  If scales are missing, you will need to create or update the condition record to include the necessary scale data.
  
  
  
  Maintain Scale Data:
  
  If you need to add scales, you can do this in the condition record maintenance screen. Make sure to enter the scale values and the corresponding amounts or percentages.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the condition type in the SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) settings. Ensure that the condition type is set up to allow scales.
  Navigate to SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Condition Types and verify the settings for the condition type.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the condition record again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  VK13: Display Condition Record
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing and condition records.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPCND/MASTERDATA053 and ensure that your condition records with scales are properly maintained.