How To Fix W_CB459 - Header of condition contract &1 is incorrect.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Header of condition contract &1 is incorrect.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB459 - Header of condition contract &1 is incorrect. ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message W_CB459: "Header of condition contract &1 is incorrect."
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The message W_CB459 occurs when there is an inconsistency or incorrect data in the header of a condition contract in SAP. Condition contracts are used in SAP to manage pricing agreements with customers or vendors, and the header contains key information such as validity dates, contract type, and status.
  Typical causes include:
  
  The condition contract header data does not meet the required validation rules.
  The validity period of the contract header is incorrect or inconsistent.
  The contract type or status is not appropriate for the operation being performed.
  The condition contract header is incomplete or missing mandatory fields.
  Data inconsistencies due to manual changes or data migration issues.
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the error W_CB459, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Condition Contract Header Data:
  
  Go to the transaction where the condition contract is maintained (e.g., VK31, VK32, or VK33).
  Verify the header details such as contract number, validity dates, contract type, and status.
  Ensure that the validity period is correct and does not conflict with other contracts or conditions.
  
  
  
  Correct the Header Information:
  
  If the validity dates are incorrect, adjust them to valid ranges.
  Make sure the contract type is appropriate for the condition records you are trying to maintain.
  Ensure all mandatory fields in the header are filled correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use SAP standard reports or tools to check for inconsistencies in condition contracts.
  If the contract was created via data migration or interface, verify the source data.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Copy the Contract:
  
  If the header is corrupted or cannot be corrected, consider recreating the condition contract or copying it to a new contract number.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to condition contracts and this message.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK31 – Create Condition Records
  VK32 – Change Condition Records
  VK33 – Display Condition Records
  VK12 – Change Pricing Conditions
  VK13 – Display Pricing Conditions
  
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  KONV – Conditions (transaction data)
  KONH – Condition Contract Header
  KONP – Condition Contract Items
  
  
  
  SAP Module:
  
  This message is related to SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), specifically pricing and condition contracts.
  
  
  
  Message Class:
  
  The message class is CB4 (Condition Contract).
  
  
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always ensure that the condition contract header and item data are consistent.
  Use transaction VK13 to display the contract and verify header data.
  Check authorization if you are unable to change the contract header.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.