How To Fix PRC_MESSAGES593 - Structure condition & should not be a header condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 593

• Message text: Structure condition & should not be a header condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_MESSAGES593 - Structure condition & should not be a header condition ?

  The SAP error message PRC_MESSAGES593, which states "Structure condition & should not be a header condition," typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when working with pricing procedures in the Sales and Distribution (SD) or Materials Management (MM) modules.
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is an attempt to assign a structure condition (a condition type that is meant to aggregate or summarize other conditions) as a header condition in a pricing procedure. Header conditions are meant to apply to the entire document (like a sales order or purchase order), while structure conditions are designed to work at a more granular level, such as item conditions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 (for SD) or M/08 (for MM) to access the pricing procedure configuration.
  Review the pricing procedure that is being used for the document in question.
  Ensure that structure conditions are not assigned as header conditions. If they are, you will need to remove them from the header section of the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Condition Types:
  
  If you need to use a structure condition, ensure it is only used in the item level of the pricing procedure.
  If you need a condition that applies at the header level, consider using a different condition type that is appropriate for header conditions.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records for the relevant condition types to ensure they are set up correctly and are not mistakenly marked as header conditions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the pricing procedure again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: Understand the difference between header and item condition types in SAP. Header conditions apply to the entire document, while item conditions apply to individual line items.
  Pricing Procedure: Familiarize yourself with how pricing procedures are structured in SAP, including the sequence of condition types and their respective levels (header vs. item).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or community forums for additional insights and examples related to pricing procedures and condition types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in pricing or to check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.