How To Fix P0198 - Not possible: Package/condition already exists, but not in current group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P0 - Messages for Transactions PE01, PE02 and PE03

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Not possible: Package/condition already exists, but not in current group

What causes this issue?

The condition/package could not be renamed, nor replaced by another
condition/package. This is because the new identifier is not free and
it is used in another group. You cannot reference a condition/ package
used in another group,

How to fix this error?

Please choose another identifier.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P0198 - Not possible: Package/condition already exists, but not in current group ?

  The SAP error message P0198, which states "Not possible: Package/condition already exists, but not in current group," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition records in pricing procedures. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a condition record that already exists in a different condition group.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Condition Record: The condition record you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system but is associated with a different condition group.
  Condition Group Mismatch: The condition group specified in your transaction does not match the condition group of the existing record.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the pricing procedure or condition types that leads to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) to check if the condition record already exists.
  Look for the condition type and the specific condition group to see if it matches your current transaction.
  
  
  
  Modify the Condition Group:
  
  If you need to use the existing condition record, ensure that you are working within the correct condition group.
  If necessary, change the condition group in your transaction to match the existing record.
  
  
  
  Create a New Condition Record:
  
  If you need a new condition record, you may need to create it under a different condition group or modify the existing one if it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the pricing procedure and condition types to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify condition records in the specified condition group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  Condition Types: Understand the condition types being used and their associated condition groups.
  Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure configuration to ensure that it aligns with your business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.