How To Fix ARBERP_MAP068 - Prices vary within item &1; no purchase order confirmation created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Prices vary within item &1; no purchase order confirmation created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP068 - Prices vary within item &1; no purchase order confirmation created ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP068 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the pricing for a specific item in a purchase order. This error typically occurs when the system detects that the prices for the same item vary across different purchase orders or conditions, which prevents the creation of a purchase order confirmation.
  Cause:
  
  Price Variance: The most common cause is that the price of the item in the purchase order does not match the price in the material master, purchasing info record, or the last purchase order.
  Conditions: There may be different pricing conditions set up in the system that apply to the item, leading to inconsistencies.
  Currency Differences: If the purchase order and the pricing conditions are in different currencies, this can also lead to discrepancies.
  Price Changes: If there have been recent changes to the pricing conditions or agreements that have not been updated in the purchase order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions for the item in the purchasing info record and the material master. Ensure that they are consistent and reflect the correct pricing.
  Update Purchase Order: If the price in the purchase order is outdated, update it to match the current price in the purchasing info record or material master.
  Review Purchase Order History: Check the history of the item to see if there have been recent changes to the pricing that need to be reflected in the current purchase order.
  Consult with Procurement: If there are discrepancies that cannot be resolved, consult with the procurement team to clarify the correct pricing and conditions.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify the purchase order as necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchasing and pricing conditions for further insights.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to purchase orders and pricing conditions.
  
  By addressing the pricing discrepancies and ensuring that all relevant data is consistent, you should be able to resolve the ARBERP_MAP068 error and successfully create the purchase order confirmation.