How To Fix F5551 - Condition & is only defined for vendors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Condition & is only defined for vendors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5551 - Condition & is only defined for vendors ?

  The SAP error message F5551 ("Condition & is only defined for vendors") typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with condition records that are expected to be associated with vendors but are being applied incorrectly to other master data types, such as customers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type you are trying to use is defined specifically for vendor-related transactions, but it is being applied in a context where it is not valid (e.g., customer transactions).
  Master Data Configuration: The condition records may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the error when trying to access or apply them.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are executing may not be appropriate for the condition type being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the condition type configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for pricing conditions and verify that the