How To Fix FICO1255 - Condition type &1 ( &2 ): Incorrect order in differentiation categories

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Condition type &1 ( &2 ): Incorrect order in differentiation categories

What causes this issue?

There is an error in the assignment of differentiation categories to the
condition type &V1&. One of the following situations occurred:
The assignment of sequential numbers to the differentiation does not
begin with 1 (the column is empty or the first entry has a higher
number)
The sequential number for the differentiation is not sequential
A differentiation category is assigned several times to the 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?

Change the assignment of differentiation categories to the above
condition type.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1255 - Condition type &1 ( &2 ): Incorrect order in differentiation categories ?

  The SAP error message FICO1255 indicates that there is an issue with the order of differentiation categories for a specific condition type in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules. This error typically arises when the system encounters a condition type that has been incorrectly configured in terms of its differentiation categories.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The differentiation categories for the condition type have not been set up correctly in the configuration settings. This can happen if the sequence of differentiation categories does not match the expected order defined in the system.
  Missing or Misconfigured Condition Types: The condition type may be missing required differentiation categories or may have been assigned categories that are not compatible with the expected order.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the pricing procedure or condition types, they may not adhere to the standard differentiation rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICO1255 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Incoming Payments > Define Condition Types.
  Review the configuration of the condition type mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the differentiation categories are set up correctly and in the correct order.
  
  
  
  Review Differentiation Categories:
  
  Check the differentiation categories assigned to the condition type. Make sure they are in the correct sequence as required by the system.
  If necessary, adjust the order of the differentiation categories to match the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by executing the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to condition types and differentiation categories for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Differentiation Categories: These are used in SAP to determine how certain conditions are applied based on various criteria (e.g., customer, material, etc.). The order of these categories is crucial for the correct application of pricing and conditions.
  Condition Types: These are used in pricing procedures to define how prices are calculated in transactions. Each condition type can have specific rules and configurations that need to be adhered to.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional configuration guidance related to condition types and differentiation categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the FICO1255 error in your SAP system.