How To Fix 62188 - Condition type "&" to be excluded, is already defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Condition type "&" to be excluded, is already defined

What causes this issue?

You want to copy the "&V1&" condition type that is to be excluded into
the table. This condition type has already been defined as to be
excluded.

System Response

The new entry is not copied.

How to fix this error?

Select a condition type that is not already in the list or delete it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62188 - Condition type "&" to be excluded, is already defined ?

  The SAP error message 62188, which states "Condition type '&' to be excluded, is already defined," typically occurs in the context of pricing procedures in SAP. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of condition types within a pricing procedure, specifically when trying to exclude a condition type that has already been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The condition type you are trying to exclude is already defined in the pricing procedure. This can happen if the same condition type is included multiple times or if there is a misconfiguration in the pricing procedure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may have been incorrectly set up, leading to conflicts in the condition types.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data, such as condition records or pricing procedure assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 (for pricing procedures) and check the pricing procedure where the error is occurring.
  Look for the condition type mentioned in the error message and verify if it is already defined in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If the condition type is listed multiple times, remove the duplicate entry or adjust the configuration to ensure that it is only defined once.
  
  
  
  Adjust Exclusion Settings:
  
  If you need to exclude a condition type, ensure that it is not already included in the pricing procedure. You may need to adjust the exclusion settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records associated with the condition type to ensure they are correctly set up and do not conflict with the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring pricing procedures and condition types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing procedure in a controlled environment to ensure that the error is resolved and that the pricing behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  V/03: Display Condition Records
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.