How To Fix RECD020 - Condition &1 for object &2 with valid-from date &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Condition &1 for object &2 with valid-from date &3 already exists

What causes this issue?

You are not allowed to assign a condition (here &V1&) the same object
(here &V2&) and the same <ZK>Valid from</> date (here &V3&) twice.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD020 - Condition &1 for object &2 with valid-from date &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message RECD020 indicates that there is a duplicate condition record for a specific object (like a material, vendor, or customer) with a valid-from date that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of pricing, discounts, or other condition records in SAP's pricing module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to create or change a condition record that has the same key (object and valid-from date) as an existing record. The key components of the error message are:
  
  Condition Type (&1): This refers to the specific condition type you are working with (e.g., pricing, discounts).
  Object (&2): This is the object for which the condition record is being created (e.g., material, customer).
  Valid-From Date (&3): This is the date from which the condition record is valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Use transaction codes like VK13 (Display Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to check if a condition record with the same condition type, object, and valid-from date already exists.
  If it does exist, you can either modify the existing record or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Valid-From Date:
  
  If you need to create a new condition record, consider changing the valid-from date to a date that does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Ensure that you are not unintentionally trying to create a duplicate record. Sometimes, data entry errors can lead to this situation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for the specific condition type you are working with to understand the rules and constraints.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to condition records, such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  Condition Types: Understand the different condition types and their configurations in your SAP system, as they can affect how records are created and managed.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that your data entry processes are consistent to avoid duplicate records in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RECD020 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.