How To Fix COND_SSCUI013 - You can only select a field that starts with &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COND_SSCUI - Message Class for Condition Technique SSC UIs

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You can only select a field that starts with &1

What causes this issue?

You tried to add a field to the field catalog that is not a custom
field.

System Response

The system does not allow you to add standard fields to the field
catalog.

How to fix this error?

Select a custom field. Custom fields start with &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COND_SSCUI013 - You can only select a field that starts with &1 ?

  The SAP error message COND_SSCUI013 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Condition Maintenance (transaction code: VK11, VK12, or VK13) when you are trying to select a field that does not meet the required naming convention. The message indicates that you can only select fields that start with a specific prefix (denoted by &1 in the error message).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to select a field that does not conform to the expected naming convention. In SAP, certain fields are expected to start with specific characters or prefixes to be valid for selection in the context of condition records. This is often related to the configuration of condition types or the specific setup of the pricing procedure.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Selection: Ensure that you are selecting fields that start with the required prefix. Review the documentation or configuration for the specific condition type you are working with to understand which fields are valid.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the condition type settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Navigate to:
  
  Logistics > Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  Verify the field selection settings for the condition type you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific condition type to understand the valid fields and their naming conventions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  Condition Types: Understand the different condition types and their configurations, as this will help you identify valid fields for selection.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.