How To Fix VK280 - Change only in emergency. This table is part of a condition table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Change only in emergency. This table is part of a condition table

What causes this issue?

@1B@ You have tried to change a table. This table is also part of a
<GL:condition table>condition table</> and must correspond with the
description of the condition table. The system automatically creates
this table when you create or change a condition table.
In addition, all <GL:access sequence>access sequences</> which refer to
this table, must correspond with the description of the condition
table.

System Response

You should change this table only in an emergency.

How to fix this error?

You should rather use the transaction for maintaining condition tables
in order to carry out changes. This is transaction VK04.
If you want to change the technical attributes of a table, please use
transaction SE13.
Changes in a condition table can be overwritten when you regenerate it.
Furthermore, changes in an SAP standard table can be
overwritten by a new release.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK280 - Change only in emergency. This table is part of a condition table ?

  The SAP error message VK280 ("Change only in emergency. This table is part of a condition table") typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a condition table that is part of a pricing procedure or condition technique in SAP. This is a safeguard to prevent unintended changes that could affect pricing and other related processes.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Table Lock: The condition table you are trying to modify is locked for changes because it is part of a pricing procedure that is actively used in transactions.
  System Configuration: The system is configured to restrict changes to certain condition tables to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to make changes to the condition table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Emergency Changes: If you absolutely need to make changes, you can do so by following these steps:
  
  Check with your SAP Basis or Security Team: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes.
  Use Transaction SE11: If you have the required permissions, you can go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and make the changes. However, this should be done with caution and ideally in a development environment first.
  Transport Request: If changes are necessary, create a transport request to move the changes through the development, quality assurance, and production environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific condition table and its usage in your pricing procedure to understand the implications of making changes.
  
  
  Change Management Process: Follow your organization’s change management process to ensure that any changes are documented, tested, and approved before being implemented.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Tables: These are used in SAP to define the conditions under which pricing is determined. They are part of the pricing procedure and can include various fields such as customer, material, and sales organization.
  Pricing Procedure: This is a sequence of steps that SAP follows to determine the final price of a product or service, including discounts, surcharges, and taxes.
  Authorization Issues: If you suspect that the issue is related to user authorization, consult with your SAP security team to ensure you have the correct roles assigned.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always test changes in a development or sandbox environment before applying them to production.
  Document any changes made to condition tables and the reasons for those changes.
  Regularly review and audit condition tables and pricing procedures to ensure they are functioning as intended.
  
  If you continue to face issues or if the changes are critical, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.