How To Fix AH677 - Avg prices are possible only for time- and quantity-based price operands

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 677

• Message text: Avg prices are possible only for time- and quantity-based price operands

What causes this issue?

You have selected an average price for flat rates.

How to fix this error?

Average prices are possible only for quantity- and time-based operands.
Select an appropriate value for the price field using possible entries
(F4), or select an operand from the QPRICE or TPRICE category.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH677 - Avg prices are possible only for time- and quantity-based price operands ?

  The SAP error message AH677 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing configuration in the system, specifically related to average pricing. This error typically arises when you attempt to use average prices with price operands that are not compatible with this pricing method.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use average pricing for a material that has a price operand that is not time-based or quantity-based.
  The configuration of the material master or the pricing procedure does not support average pricing.
  The transaction or process you are executing is not set up to handle average prices correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AH677 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the accounting view.
  Ensure that the valuation class and price control settings are appropriate for average pricing (e.g., moving average price).
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant transaction (e.g., purchase order, sales order).
  Ensure that the pricing procedure allows for average pricing and that the relevant condition types are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Price Operands:
  
  If you are using a custom pricing condition, ensure that it is defined with the correct operands that support average pricing.
  Review the configuration of the condition types in transaction code SPRO under "Sales and Distribution" or "Materials Management" as applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on average pricing and the requirements for using it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Price Control: In SAP, materials can be valued using different price control methods, such as moving average price (V) or standard price (S). Average pricing is typically used for materials that are frequently procured or produced.
  Condition Types: In the pricing procedure, condition types determine how prices are calculated. Ensure that the condition types used in your pricing procedure are compatible with average pricing.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and VK11 (Maintain Condition).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AH677 error in your SAP system.