How To Fix FICO1167 - Customizing error: Condition category &2 invalid for condition type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Customizing error: Condition category &2 invalid for condition type &1

What causes this issue?

An invalid condition gategory was used in the definition of a condition
type.

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 FICO1167 - Customizing error: Condition category &2 invalid for condition type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FICO1167 indicates a customizing error related to the condition type in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules. Specifically, it states that the condition category specified for a particular condition type is invalid. This error typically arises during the configuration of pricing or conditions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Condition Category: The condition category assigned to the condition type is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the customizing settings for the condition types in the SAP system.
  Missing Entries: The condition type may not have been properly defined in the customizing settings, or the necessary entries may be missing.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  Verify that the condition type is correctly defined and that the condition category is valid.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Category:
  
  Ensure that the condition category assigned to the condition type is appropriate for the intended use. You can check the condition categories in the customizing settings.
  If necessary, change the condition category to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Ensure that all required entries for the condition type are present in the configuration. This includes checking for any dependencies or related settings that may need to be configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the configuration.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the condition types and categories relevant to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: In SAP, condition types are used to define how pricing and conditions are calculated in various transactions. Each condition type is associated with a condition category that determines its behavior.
  Customizing Settings: Customizing settings in SAP are crucial for ensuring that the system behaves as expected. Regular audits and reviews of these settings can help prevent errors.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP FI/CO consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.