How To Fix AH676 - Avg. prices with starting val. can be maintained in the inst. facts only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 676

• Message text: Avg. prices with starting val. can be maintained in the inst. facts only

What causes this issue?

In operand &v1&, you have maintained an average price with historical
entries in the rate facts or in the rate category facts.

How to fix this error?

Maintain average prices with historical entries in the installation
facts.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH676 - Avg. prices with starting val. can be maintained in the inst. facts only ?

  The SAP error message AH676 indicates that average prices with a starting value can only be maintained in the "instrument facts" section of the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing materials or inventory in SAP, particularly when dealing with valuation methods and pricing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to maintain average prices for a material or product in a manner that is not permitted by the system's configuration. Specifically, it suggests that the average price cannot be directly set or modified in the current context, and instead, it must be done through the appropriate transaction or module that handles instrument facts.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Correct Transaction: Ensure you are using the correct transaction code to maintain average prices. This is typically done in the Material Master or Inventory Management module.
  
  
  Use Instrument Facts: Navigate to the section where you can maintain instrument facts. This is where you can set or adjust the average prices as required.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure how to access the instrument facts, consult with your SAP administrator or refer to the system documentation. There may be specific configurations or authorizations required to access this functionality.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to average prices. If not, you may need to request access from your system administrator.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: If you are unfamiliar with the process of maintaining average prices, consider seeking training or reviewing documentation related to material valuation in SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is often encountered in modules such as Material Management (MM) and Production Planning (PP).
  Average Price Calculation: Understanding how average prices are calculated and maintained in SAP can help prevent this error in the future.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.