How To Fix COND_API003 - You should only use simple criteria for field &1

COND_API003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COND_API - Messages for the Condition API

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You should only use simple criteria for field &1

What causes this issue?

The key field &V1& of the condition table is a header field. You should
only use simple selection criteria for header fields.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COND_API003 - You should only use simple criteria for field &1 ?

  The SAP error message COND_API003 indicates that you are trying to use complex criteria for a field in a condition record, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs when you are working with condition records in pricing, discounts, or other areas where conditions are defined.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use complex selection criteria (like ranges, multiple values, or logical operators) for a field that only supports simple criteria (like single values). For example, if you are trying to set a condition record for a pricing procedure and you use a range of values for a field that only accepts a single value, you will encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you should:
  
  
  Review the Field: Check the field mentioned in the error message (indicated by &1) and understand its requirements. Ensure that you are using simple criteria (like a single value) instead of complex ones.
  
  
  Modify the Input: Change