How To Fix PDD_CUSTOMIZING001 - Condition type & already exists

PDD_CUSTOMIZING001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PDD_CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Condition type & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PDD_CUSTOMIZING001 - Condition type & already exists ?

  The SAP error message PDD_CUSTOMIZING001 with the description "Condition type & already exists" typically occurs in the context of pricing or condition records in SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to create a condition type that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the condition type you are trying to create has already been defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  You are attempting to create a condition type with the same key or identifier as an existing one.
  There is a misunderstanding about the naming conventions or identifiers used for condition types.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise from configuration settings where the system is not recognizing the intended uniqueness of the condition type.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Condition Types:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., V/06 for condition types) and check if the condition type you are trying to create already exists.
  If it