How To Fix SKWS_ERROR021 - Condition does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKWS_ERROR - Status Management: Error Messages

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Condition does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKWS_ERROR021 - Condition does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SKWS_ERROR021: Condition does not exist typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP, particularly when working with the Sales and Distribution (SD) module or the Material Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid condition record for the pricing procedure being executed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The most common cause is that the required condition records for pricing (like discounts, surcharges, taxes, etc.) have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the pricing procedure.
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to include the necessary condition types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (like customer or material master) that affect the pricing.
  Sales Area Issues: The sales area (combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division) may not be correctly set up for the condition records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to create or modify the necessary condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that the condition records are maintained for the correct sales area and other relevant criteria.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure and ensure that the required condition types are included.
  Verify that the condition types are correctly assigned to the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data (transaction code XD03) and material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that they are correctly set up and that the relevant sales area is maintained.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  If applicable, test the pricing with different customers, materials, or sales areas to identify if the issue is specific to certain combinations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the condition is being called and why it is not found.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  XD03: Display Customer
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SKWS_ERROR021 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.