How To Fix SPE005 - Condition record &1 inconsistent - cannot be buffered (key field &2 miss)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Condition record &1 inconsistent - cannot be buffered (key field &2 miss)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPE005 - Condition record &1 inconsistent - cannot be buffered (key field &2 miss) ?

  The SAP error message SPE005 indicates that there is an inconsistency in a condition record, which prevents it from being buffered. This typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, where the system expects certain key fields to be present in the condition record but finds that one or more of them are missing.
  Cause:
  The error message SPE005 is triggered when:
  
  A condition record is created or modified, but one or more key fields that are required for buffering are missing.
  The condition type or access sequence is not properly configured, leading to missing key fields.
  There may be a mismatch between the condition record and the expected structure defined in the pricing procedure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPE005 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) and check the condition record for the specified condition type.
  Ensure that all required key fields are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Access Sequence:
  
  Check the access sequence assigned to the condition type. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are included in the access sequence.
  You can do this by navigating to SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Access Sequences.
  
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify that the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant sales document type includes the condition type in question and that it is configured correctly.
  You can find this in SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Pricing Procedures.
  
  
  
  Recreate Condition Record:
  
  If the condition record is found to be corrupted or incomplete, consider deleting it and recreating it with all the necessary fields filled in.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required fields for the condition type, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard behavior of condition records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK13: Display Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Condition Types: Each condition type has specific requirements for key fields, which can be checked in the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SPE005 error message in your SAP system.