How To Fix RECNSCS016 - Condition type & may only be assigned to one service charge key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECNSCS - Real Estate - General Contract - Service Charges

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Condition type & may only be assigned to one service charge key

What causes this issue?

Condition type '&v1&', which is assigned to service charge key '&v2&'
is already being used by another service charge key.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECNSCS016 - Condition type & may only be assigned to one service charge key ?

  The SAP error message RECNSCS016 indicates that a specific condition type is being assigned to more than one service charge key, which is not allowed in the system. This error typically arises in the context of pricing and condition records in SAP, particularly when dealing with service charges or similar pricing elements.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A condition type (e.g., a pricing condition) is configured to be linked to multiple service charge keys in the system.
  The configuration settings in the pricing procedure or condition records are incorrect, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the condition type in question. You can do this via transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Condition Types.
  Ensure that the condition type is only assigned to one service charge key.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to check the condition records for the specific condition type.
  Verify that the condition type is not mistakenly assigned to multiple service charge keys.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Procedure:
  
  If necessary, review the pricing procedure where the condition type is used. Ensure that the condition type is correctly configured and does not conflict with other condition types or service charge keys.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring condition types and service charge keys.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to process the transaction that previously generated the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13 (Display Condition), and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to condition types and pricing procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and condition management within SAP.