How To Fix FICO1029 - Condition no. &1: Specify both amount and date categories

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Condition no. &1: Specify both amount and date categories

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1029 - Condition no. &1: Specify both amount and date categories ?

  The SAP error message FICO1029, which states "Condition no. &1: Specify both amount and date categories," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in the SAP system, particularly within the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a condition record where either the amount or the date category is not specified correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Condition Record: The condition record for a pricing condition is missing either the amount or the date category. Both must be specified for the condition to be valid.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the pricing conditions may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to process transactions.
  Data Entry Error: During the entry of condition records, the user may have inadvertently left out one of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records: 
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) and check the condition record associated with the error message.
  Ensure that both the amount and the date category are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, navigate to the relevant pricing procedure in the SPRO transaction (Customizing).
  Ensure that the condition types are configured correctly and that the required fields are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry, double-check the input fields to ensure that all required information is provided before saving the record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to pricing conditions to understand the requirements for the specific condition type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13 (Display Condition), and V/06 (Maintain Condition Types).
  Pricing Procedure: Understand how pricing procedures work in SAP, including how condition types are processed and the importance of both amount and date categories.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the FI/CO modules for further assistance.