How To Fix Q2222 - Cannot create condition of type &1 again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q2 - Messages for Development Classes SDBO and SDBA

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Cannot create condition of type &1 again

What causes this issue?

The database check conditions of type DBA are checked by BRCONNECT and
and
require a function in BRCONNECT.

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?

For new object conditions use the function "Create with Template" or
"Create for Object".

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q2222 - Cannot create condition of type &1 again ?

  The SAP error message Q2222, which states "Cannot create condition of type &1 again," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create a condition record for a specific condition type that already exists for the same object (e.g., material, vendor, etc.). This error is a safeguard to prevent duplicate entries for the same condition type.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there is already an existing condition record for the specified condition type (&1) for the same object. SAP does not allow the creation of multiple records for the same condition type to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code QK01 (Create Condition) or QK02 (Change Condition) to check if a condition record for the specified type already exists.
  You can also use transaction QK03 (Display Condition) to view existing records.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Record:
  
  If a record already exists and you need to make changes, use transaction QK02 to modify the existing condition record instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Existing Record (if applicable):
  
  If the existing condition record is no longer needed, you can delete it using transaction QK03 or QK02 (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation or help files related to the specific condition type you are working with to understand its requirements and constraints.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you believe that the error is occurring incorrectly, check the configuration settings for the condition type in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the creation of new records under the intended circumstances.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QK01: Create Condition
  QK02: Change Condition
  QK03: Display Condition
  
  
  
  Condition Types:
  
  Understand the specific condition type you are working with, as different types may have different rules regarding record creation.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message Q2222.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.