How To Fix W_CB386 - Copy function doesn't support that new condition deletes source condition

W_CB386 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Copy function doesn't support that new condition deletes source condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB386 - Copy function doesn't support that new condition deletes source condition ?

  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB386 Copy function doesn't support that new condition deletes source condition
  
  Cause
  This warning message occurs in SAP Pricing (Condition Technique) when you try to copy condition records using a copy function (e.g., in transaction VK11/VK12 or through programmatic means), and the new condition record you are attempting to create or update would effectively delete the source condition record.
  In other words, the system detects that the copy operation would result in the source condition being removed or invalidated, which is not supported by the copy function. This typically happens if:
  
  The new condition record has no valid data (e.g., all condition values are zero or blank), which is interpreted as a deletion.
  The copy function is used in a way that tries to overwrite the source condition with an empty or invalid condition.
  The copy logic or program incorrectly attempts to delete the source condition instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  Condition Records in