How To Fix FICO1356 - Condition type &1 requires differentiation category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Condition type &1 requires differentiation category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1356 - Condition type &1 requires differentiation category &2 ?

  The SAP error message FICO1356, which states "Condition type &1 requires differentiation category &2," typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in the SAP system, particularly within the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or a missing configuration related to the condition type and its differentiation category.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The condition type specified in the error message is not properly configured to handle the differentiation category indicated.
  Incorrect Condition Type Usage: The condition type may be used in a context where it is not applicable or where the differentiation category is not set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like customer or material master) may not have the necessary settings that align with the condition type and differentiation category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/06 (for pricing condition types) or V/07 (for condition types in general).
  Verify the settings for the condition type &1 and ensure that it is configured to support the differentiation category &2.
  Make sure that the condition type is assigned to the correct pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Differentiation Category:
  
  Check the differentiation category settings in the configuration. You can find this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Condition Types.
  Ensure that the differentiation category is correctly defined and linked to the condition type.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the relevant master data (customer, vendor, or material) to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it aligns with the condition type and differentiation category.
  Make sure that any necessary fields are filled out and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on how to properly set up condition types and differentiation categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the pricing or condition records are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for working with condition records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FICO1356 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.