How To Fix VK404 - Default rule is only allowed once for key &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Default rule is only allowed once for key &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK404 - Default rule is only allowed once for key &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message VK404, which states "Default rule is only allowed once for key &1 &2 &3," typically occurs in the context of pricing procedures or condition records in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to define multiple default rules for the same key combination in the pricing configuration, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Default Rules: You have defined more than one default rule for the same key combination in the pricing procedure or condition records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the pricing procedure may have been set up incorrectly, leading to multiple entries being treated as default rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VK404 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Pricing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/08 (for pricing procedures) or V/06 (for condition types).
  Review the pricing procedure and ensure that there is only one default rule defined for the specific key combination (e.g., sales organization, distribution channel, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 or VK12 to check the condition records for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that there are no duplicate entries that are marked as default for the same key combination.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you find multiple default rules, you will need to delete or adjust the configuration to ensure that only one default rule exists for the specified key combination.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the pricing procedure again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  VK11: Create Condition Record
  VK12: Change Condition Record
  VK13: Display Condition Record
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition types.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VK404 error in your SAP system.