How To Fix WB2B2197 - Condition type &1 of pricing aspect &2 has also category price

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B2 - Trading Contract (part 2)

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Condition type &1 of pricing aspect &2 has also category price

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B2197 - Condition type &1 of pricing aspect &2 has also category price ?

  The SAP error message WB2B2197 indicates that there is a conflict in the pricing configuration for a specific condition type in the pricing aspect. Specifically, it states that the condition type you are trying to use has also been assigned a category that is not compatible with the pricing aspect you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Condition Type Configuration: The condition type specified in the error message is configured in such a way that it is associated with multiple categories, including "price." This can lead to conflicts when the system tries to determine which pricing aspect to apply.
  Pricing Aspect Misconfiguration: The pricing aspect you are using may not be compatible with the condition type's configuration, leading to this error.
  Multiple Assignments: The condition type might be assigned to multiple pricing categories, which can create ambiguity in how the pricing should be calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the condition type configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: V/06).
  Check the settings for the condition type mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the condition type is not assigned to multiple categories that conflict with the pricing aspect you are using.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Aspect:
  
  If the pricing aspect is not correctly set up, you may need to adjust it to ensure compatibility with the condition type.
  Review the pricing procedure and ensure that the condition types used are appropriate for the pricing aspect.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on condition types and pricing aspects to understand the relationships and configurations better.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the pricing procedure to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the pricing is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Condition Types: These are used in pricing procedures to determine how prices are calculated in sales documents.
  Pricing Aspects: These define how different pricing elements are applied in various scenarios, such as sales orders, quotations, etc.
  Pricing Procedure: A sequence of condition types that determine the final price of a product or service in SAP.
  
  By addressing the configuration of the condition type and ensuring compatibility with the pricing aspect, you should be able to resolve the WB2B2197 error.