How To Fix JBDVT104 - A condition header with validity date &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBDVT - Messages for Variable Transaction

• Message number: 104

• Message text: A condition header with validity date &1 already exists

What causes this issue?

You want to create a condition header with validity date &V1& for
variable transaction &V2& in company code &V3&. A condition header with
this validity date already exits.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBDVT104 - A condition header with validity date &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message JBDVT104 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a condition record in the pricing procedure, but a condition header with the same validity date already exists. This typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when working with condition records in the pricing module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Condition Record: You are trying to create a new condition record with a validity date that already exists for the same condition type and key combination.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the same validity date is being used unintentionally.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent duplicate entries for certain condition types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the JBDVT104 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) to check if a condition record with the same validity date already exists.
  If it does exist, you may need to modify the existing record instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Record:
  
  If you find that the condition record is valid and should be updated, use transaction code VK12 (Change Condition) to make the necessary changes to the existing record.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Validity Date:
  
  If you need to create a new condition record, consider using a different validity date that does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you believe that the system should allow multiple records with the same validity date, review the configuration settings for the condition type in the pricing procedure. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on condition records and their management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK13: Display Condition Records
  VK12: Change Condition Records
  VK11: Create Condition Records
  
  
  
  Condition Types: Understand the specific condition type you are working with, as different condition types may have different rules regarding validity dates.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify condition records in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the JBDVT104 error and manage your condition records effectively.