How To Fix AH668 - Specify an average price that is calculated at runtime

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Specify an average price that is calculated at runtime

What causes this issue?

The price amount is to be calculated at runtime for operand &v1&. An
average price must be specified.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify an <DS:DE.DPREIKZ>average price</> whose values are calculated
at runtime.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH668 - Specify an average price that is calculated at runtime ?

  The SAP error message AH668, which states "Specify an average price that is calculated at runtime," typically occurs in the context of material valuation and inventory management. This error indicates that the system requires a specific average price to be defined for a material, but it has not been provided or is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Average Price: The material master record does not have an average price defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration for the material valuation might not be set up to allow for runtime calculation of average prices.
  Material Type Settings: The material type settings may not support average price calculation at runtime.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may require an average price that is not available in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the accounting view to ensure that the average price is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to update the material master with the correct average price.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the valuation class and material type are correctly configured to allow for average price calculation.
  Check the settings in the configuration (transaction code SPRO) under:
  
  Logistics > Materials Management > Valuation and Account Assignment > Material Valuation > Define Valuation Classes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction (like a goods movement or invoice verification), ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If the transaction allows for runtime calculation, ensure that the necessary settings are enabled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material valuation and average price calculation for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Valuation: Understanding how materials are valued in SAP is crucial. Different valuation methods (like moving average price, standard price, etc.) can affect how prices are calculated and displayed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AH668 error and ensure that the average price is correctly specified for your materials in SAP.