How To Fix W_CB316 - Condition table &1 is not maintainable for Condition Contract Type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Condition table &1 is not maintainable for Condition Contract Type &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB316 - Condition table &1 is not maintainable for Condition Contract Type &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB316 Condition table &1 is not maintainable for Condition Contract Type &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to maintain or create condition records for a Condition Contract Type in SAP, but the underlying condition table (&1) assigned to that contract type (&2) is not set up to be maintainable in the system.
  
  Condition Table (&1): This is the table that stores the condition records (pricing, discounts, surcharges, etc.).
  Condition Contract Type (&2): This is the type of contract or agreement for which you want to maintain conditions.
  
  The system is telling you that the condition table assigned to this contract type is either:
  
  Not flagged as maintainable in the system, or
  The condition table is not designed to allow manual maintenance of condition records for this contract type.
  
  
  Common Causes:
  
  
  Condition Table Not Maintained for Manual Entry:
  
  The condition table might be configured only for system-generated records (e.g., from pricing procedures or automatic updates) and not for manual maintenance.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration in Contract Type:
  
  The contract type might be linked to a condition table that is not intended for manual maintenance.
  
  
  Missing Authorization or Customizing Settings:
  
  Sometimes, the customizing settings in transaction V/06 (Condition Tables) or V/07 (Condition Types) are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  
  How to Check / Verify:
  
  
  Check Condition Table Settings:
  
  Use transaction V/03 to display the condition table &1.
  Verify if the table is set as maintainable (i.e., can be maintained manually).
  
  
  
  Check Contract Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction V/43 or the relevant customizing path for contract types.
  Verify which condition tables are assigned to the contract type &2.
  Confirm if the assigned condition table is intended for manual maintenance.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain condition records.
  
  
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Make the Condition Table Maintainable:
  
  If the condition table is not maintainable but should be, you can adjust its settings in customizing.
  Use transaction V/06 to maintain condition tables.
  Mark the condition table as maintainable if appropriate.
  Note: Changing this setting requires careful consideration and testing, as it affects data integrity.
  
  
  
  Assign a Different Condition Table:
  
  If the current condition table is not suitable for manual maintenance, assign a different condition table to the contract type that is maintainable.
  This is done in the customizing for contract types.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Transaction for Maintenance:
  
  Some condition tables are only maintainable via specific transactions or programs.
  Check SAP documentation or notes for the correct maintenance transaction.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes / Support:
  
  Sometimes, this warning is expected behavior.
  Review SAP Notes related to message W_CB316 for any specific patches or recommendations.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Message Class: W_CB316 is a warning, not an error, so it may allow you to proceed but warns about potential issues.
  Related Transactions:
  
  V/06 - Maintain Condition Tables
  V/07 - Maintain Condition Types
  V/43 - Maintain Contract Types
  VK11 - Create Condition Records (Pricing)
  
  
  SAP Help / Documentation:
  
  Search for "Condition Tables" and "Contract Types" in SAP Help Portal for detailed configuration guides.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Condition table assigned to contract type is not maintainable.
  
  
  Effect
  Cannot manually maintain condition records for this contract type.
  
  
  Solution
  Make condition table maintainable or assign a different table.
  
  
  Check Transactions
  V/06, V/07, V/43, VK11
  
  
  Message Type
  Warning (W)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual values for &1 (condition table) and &2 (contract type), I can help you with more specific guidance.