How To Fix VW268 - Condition & already exists in procedure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Condition & already exists in procedure &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW268 - Condition & already exists in procedure & ?

  The SAP error message VW268 ("Condition & already exists in procedure &") typically occurs in the context of pricing procedures in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales documents like sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that there is an attempt to add a condition record that already exists in the pricing procedure for the specified document.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Condition Records: The most common cause of this error is that the condition record you are trying to create or modify already exists in the pricing procedure for the specific sales document.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the pricing procedure where the same condition type is being applied multiple times.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, data entry errors can lead to attempts to create duplicate conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Condition Records: 
  
  Go to the condition records for the relevant condition type and check if the record already exists. You can do this using transaction codes like VK13 (Display Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition).
  If the record exists, you may need to modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the pricing procedure in transaction V/08 (Maintain Pricing Procedures). Ensure that the condition types are set up correctly and that there are no duplicates in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Sales Document:
  
  If the error occurs while processing a specific sales document, review the document to ensure that the conditions are applied correctly and that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing procedure to identify where the duplicate condition is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12, VK13, and V/08.
  Condition Types: Understand the condition types used in your pricing procedure and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) for further assistance.