How To Fix V1685 - Only rule &3 is allowed for field &1 in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 685

• Message text: Only rule &3 is allowed for field &1 in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1685 - Only rule &3 is allowed for field &1 in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1685, which states "Only rule &3 is allowed for field &1 in table &2," typically occurs in the context of pricing and condition records in SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that there is a conflict with the condition records or rules defined for a specific field in a pricing table.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Condition Type Configuration: The condition type may have been configured incorrectly, leading to a situation where a rule that is not allowed for a specific field is being applied.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the condition records or master data that violate the rules set for the pricing procedure.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the pricing logic, they may not align with the standard rules defined for the fields in the pricing tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1685 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the condition type in transaction code V/06 (Maintain Condition Types).
  Verify that the rules defined for the condition type are appropriate for the fields in question.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document type in transaction code V/08 (Maintain Pricing Procedures).
  Ensure that the rules for the fields in the pricing procedure are correctly defined and that they match the condition types being used.
  
  
  
  Examine Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK13 (Display Condition) to review the condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Look for any inconsistencies or incorrect entries that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements related to pricing, review the code to ensure that it adheres to the standard rules and does not introduce conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific condition type and pricing procedure for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that pricing calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the V1685 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.