How To Fix AJ308 - Price can only be saved with historical data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Price can only be saved with historical data

What causes this issue?

You can create only the following prices without a history:
<LS>Average prices without history</>
<LS>External prices</>
Prices with the franchise category <LS>franchise fee: customer
contribution</>
Prices with the franchise category <LS>franchise fee: company
contribution</>
All other prices must contain at least one entry in the history.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the history.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ308 - Price can only be saved with historical data ?

  The SAP error message AJ308 ("Price can only be saved with historical data") typically occurs in the context of managing pricing in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition records in the pricing procedure. This error indicates that the system is trying to save a price condition record that does not have the necessary historical data associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Historical Data: The system requires historical pricing data to validate the new price being entered. If there is no historical data available for the material or condition type, the system will not allow the new price to be saved.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure or condition type may not be configured correctly to allow for the saving of new prices without historical data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from recognizing the historical context needed for the price.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Historical Data: Ensure that there is historical pricing data available for the material or service you are trying to price. You can do this by reviewing the condition records in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code VK13 for condition records).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the pricing procedure and condition types in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up to allow for the saving of new prices without historical data if that is the intended behavior.
  Create Historical Records: If historical data is missing, you may need to create or update condition records to include the necessary historical pricing information.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific requirements for the pricing procedure you are working with.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing logic to identify any underlying issues that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing pricing conditions.
  Pricing Procedure: Understand the pricing procedure configuration in your SAP system, which can be found in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling pricing issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.