How To Fix JB013 - Double key in condition items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JB - General Message Class for IS-B (Development Class JBD)

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Double key in condition items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB013 - Double key in condition items ?

  The SAP error message JB013 "Double key in condition items" typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in sales documents, such as sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that there are duplicate entries for condition records that should be unique, leading to a conflict in the pricing determination process.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Condition Records: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple condition records for the same condition type, with the same key fields (e.g., material, customer, pricing date) in the pricing procedure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may be incorrectly configured, allowing for duplicate entries.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to the creation of duplicate condition records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to review the condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Look for duplicate entries that have the same key fields and remove or adjust them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Procedure:
  
  Review the pricing procedure configuration in transaction V/08 to ensure that it is set up correctly and does not allow for duplicates.
  Ensure that the condition types are correctly defined and that the access sequence is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or merge them to ensure that each condition type has a unique entry for the relevant key fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing determination process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the condition types and pricing procedures relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK13 - Display Condition Records
  VK12 - Change Condition Records
  V/08 - Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  Condition Types: Understand the specific condition types involved in your pricing procedure to identify where duplicates may exist.
  Access Sequences: Review the access sequences associated with the condition types to ensure they are set up correctly to avoid duplicates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and conditions in SAP.