How To Fix APPL_MM_IV_MODEL070 - Alternative order price unit not allowed for purchase order &1 &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_IV_MODEL -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Alternative order price unit not allowed for purchase order &1 &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_IV_MODEL070 - Alternative order price unit not allowed for purchase order &1 &2. ?

  The SAP error message "APPL_MM_IV_MODEL070 Alternative order price unit not allowed for purchase order &1 &2" typically occurs in the context of purchasing and inventory management. This error indicates that there is an issue with the price unit specified for an alternative order in a purchase order. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Price Unit: The price unit specified in the purchase order does not match the allowed price units defined in the material master or the purchasing info record.
  Alternative Unit of Measure: The alternative unit of measure for the material may not be set up correctly in the material master or may not be allowed for the specific purchase order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of alternative price units for certain materials or purchasing scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the "Purchasing" view.
  Verify the "Alternative Unit of Measure" settings and ensure that the price unit is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Info Record:
  
  Check the purchasing info record (transaction code ME13) for the vendor and material combination.
  Ensure that the alternative price unit is allowed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Purchase Order:
  
  If the purchase order is already created, you may need to adjust the price unit in the purchase order (transaction code ME22N) to match the allowed units defined in the material master or info record.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to alternative units of measure in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in SPRO under Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Price Control.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and purchase orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.