How To Fix VE204 - Condition was copied from main item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VE - Message ID for condition analysis

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Condition was copied from main item

This condition is set as a duplication condition. It is copied from the
relevant main item into the subitems.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VE204 - Condition was copied from main item ?

  The SAP error message VE204 ("Condition was copied from main item") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when dealing with pricing conditions in sales documents. This error indicates that the system is trying to copy a condition from a main item to a sub-item, but there is an issue with the way the conditions are set up or applied.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Type Configuration: The condition type may be configured in such a way that it is not allowed to be copied from the main item to the sub-item.
  Item Category Settings: The item category of the sub-item may not allow for the copying of conditions from the main item.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure may not be set up correctly to handle the conditions for the specific item types involved.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the main item and sub-item, such as missing or incorrect condition records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the condition type configuration in SPRO (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the condition type is set up to allow copying from the main item.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category Settings:
  
  Check the item category settings for both the main item and the sub-item.
  Ensure that the sub-item's item category allows for the copying of conditions.
  
  
  
  Examine Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify that the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document is correctly configured to handle the conditions for both main and sub-items.
  Make sure that the condition types are included in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Ensure that there are valid condition records for the condition types being used.
  If necessary, create or adjust condition records to ensure they are applicable to the items in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the pricing procedure and see where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  VA01/VA02 (Create/Change Sales Order)
  VK11/VK12 (Create/Change Condition Records)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional user experiences and solutions related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VE204 error and implement a solution to resolve it.