How To Fix PDD_CUSTOMIZING001 - Condition type & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 does exist, you may need to modify the existing condition type instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Identifier:
  
  If you need to create a new condition type, consider using a different identifier that does not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that your customizing settings are correct and that there are no conflicts in the configuration that might lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on condition types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any transport requests related to condition types have been properly imported into the target environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  V/06 - Maintain Condition Types
  V/07 - Display Condition Types
  V/08 - Change Condition Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to condition types and this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify condition types in the system.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your condition types in SAP.