How To Fix AJ255 - Price blocks do not match; price update is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Price blocks do not match; price update is not possible

What causes this issue?

In this schema, a price is calulated in step &v2&, and is updated with
operand &v1& in step &v3&. This is only allowed when the following
attributes of the prices are identical in both steps:
<DS:DE.E_PREISART>Price type</>
<DS:DE.MNGBASIS>Quantity base</>
Number of block limits
Values of the <DS:DE.VONZONE>from block</>
Values of the <DS:DE.BISZONE>to block</>
The requirements are not met in this case.

System Response

Billing of the current contract is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Please correct the structure of the involved rate.
INCLUDE ISU_PRICE_OUTPUT_INC OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ255 - Price blocks do not match; price update is not possible ?

  The SAP error message AJ255, "Price blocks do not match; price update is not possible," typically occurs in the context of pricing and valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with material master data or pricing conditions. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the price blocks in the system, which prevents the system from updating the price.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Price Conditions: The price conditions in the pricing procedure may not match the expected values or formats.
  Missing or Incorrect Price Records: There may be missing or incorrect entries in the pricing records for the material or service being processed.
  Different Validity Periods: The price records may have different validity periods, leading to conflicts when trying to update prices.
  Currency Mismatch: If the currency of the price records does not match the currency of the transaction, this can lead to errors.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Price Conditions: Review the pricing conditions in the relevant pricing procedure to ensure they are correctly set up and consistent.
  Update Price Records: Ensure that all necessary price records are created and that they are accurate. You can do this by using transaction codes like MEK1 (Create Condition) or MEK2 (Change Condition).
  Validate Validity Periods: Check the validity periods of the price records to ensure they align with the transaction date.
  Currency Consistency: Verify that the currency used in the pricing records matches the currency of the transaction.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration of the pricing procedure in SPRO (SAP Customizing Implementation Guide) to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the pricing procedure and condition types being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MEK1, MEK2, MEK3 (Display Condition), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to manage pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to pricing conditions.
  Testing in Development: If changes are made, consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and valuation.