How To Fix FKK_SCALE_OUT050 - Please maintain one entry only.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_SCALE_OUT - FI-CA: Partitioning

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Please maintain one entry only.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_SCALE_OUT050 - Please maintain one entry only. ?

  The SAP error message FKK_SCALE_OUT050 typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when there is an issue with the scale or pricing conditions in the system. The message indicates that the system expects only one entry to be maintained for a specific condition, but multiple entries have been found.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by:
  
  Multiple Entries: There are multiple scale entries for a specific condition type in the pricing procedure, which is not allowed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the pricing conditions may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicting entries.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to multiple entries being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Scale Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code FKK_SCAL or similar) to review the scale entries for the condition type in question.
  Ensure that there is only one entry for the specific condition. If there are multiple entries, you will need to delete or consolidate them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the pricing procedure in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Ensure that the condition types and scales are set up correctly and that they allow for only one entry where required.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks to identify and correct any inconsistencies in the master or transaction data.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform deeper checks if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FKK_SCAL for scale maintenance, FPL1 for displaying contract accounts, and FPL2 for processing contract accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to scale entries and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKK_SCALE_OUT050 error and maintain the necessary entries in your SAP system.