How To Fix JB076 - Validity date of the condition headers is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Validity date of the condition headers is not unique

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Go to sub-area <zh>condition headers</> and correct the erroneous
entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB076 - Validity date of the condition headers is not unique ?

  The SAP error message JB076, which states "Validity date of the condition headers is not unique," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition records in pricing procedures. This error indicates that there are multiple condition records with the same validity dates for a specific condition type, which leads to ambiguity in determining which condition record should be applied.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Condition Records: The most common cause of this error is the existence of multiple condition records for the same condition type that have overlapping or identical validity dates.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues in the configuration of the pricing procedure or condition types that allow for the creation of non-unique records.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of condition records can lead to duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) to check the condition records for the specific condition type that is causing the error.
  Look for records with the same validity dates and condition keys.
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate records, you can either delete the unnecessary ones or adjust their validity dates to ensure uniqueness.
  Use transaction code VK12 (Change Condition) to modify existing records.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure is correctly configured to avoid the creation of overlapping condition records.
  Check the condition types and their settings in the pricing procedure configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing condition records and pricing procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing procedure to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view and modify condition records.
  
  
  Training: Consider training for users involved in pricing and condition record management to minimize data entry errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the JB076 error and ensure that your pricing conditions are set up correctly in SAP.