How To Fix 1E079 - Condition group & is not permitted in account type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Condition group & is not permitted in account type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E079 - Condition group & is not permitted in account type & ?

  The SAP error message 1E079 indicates that a specific condition group is not permitted for a given account type in the context of pricing or billing. This error typically arises in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is an inconsistency between the condition records and the account type settings.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition group assigned to a pricing condition is not allowed for the specified account type. This can happen if the condition type is not configured correctly in the pricing procedure.
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: The condition records for the specified condition type may not be set up correctly for the account type in question.
  Account Type Restrictions: Certain account types may have restrictions on which condition groups can be applied, leading to this error when an invalid combination is used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 (Pricing Procedure) and verify the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type.
  Ensure that the condition type associated with the condition group is correctly configured in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 or VK12 to check the condition records for the specific condition type and ensure that they are maintained for the relevant account type.
  If necessary, create or update the condition records to include the correct account type.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the account types in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types and ensure that the condition group is allowed for the account type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the specific restrictions related to the condition groups and account types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: Pricing Procedure Configuration
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to pricing procedures and condition records.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.