How To Fix SPE214 - Condition & is not allowed as item condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPE -

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Condition & is not allowed as item condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPE214 - Condition & is not allowed as item condition ?

  The SAP error message SPE214 ("Condition & is not allowed as item condition") typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in sales documents, such as sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that a specific condition type is not permitted for the item in question, which can be due to various reasons related to configuration or data entry.
  Causes of SPE214 Error
  
  
  Condition Type Configuration: The condition type may not be configured to be used for the specific item category or document type. Each condition type can have specific settings that determine where and how it can be applied.
  
  
  Item Category Settings: The item category of the sales document may not allow certain condition types. For example, if the item is a service, certain discounts or surcharges may not be applicable.
  
  
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure assigned to the sales document may not include the condition type in question. Each pricing procedure has a defined set of condition types that can be used.
  
  
  Condition Exclusion: There may be exclusion settings in place that prevent the condition type from being applied to the item.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or customer may not support the condition type. For example, if the customer is not eligible for a specific discount, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  Solutions to SPE214 Error
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the condition type configuration in SPRO (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  Ensure that the condition type is allowed for the relevant item category and document type.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category Settings:
  
  Check the item category settings in the sales document.
  Go to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories and verify if the condition type is allowed.
  
  
  
  Examine Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document.
  Go to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Pricing Procedures and ensure that the condition type is included in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Review the customer master data and material master data to ensure that they are set up correctly to allow the condition type.
  Check for any specific settings that might restrict the use of the condition type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VK11 (Create Condition) to troubleshoot and analyze the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific condition type or error message for additional insights or patches.
  Testing: After making changes, test the sales document creation process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SPE214 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.