How To Fix C+131 - The price for material &1 &2 will be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: The price for material &1 &2 will be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+131 - The price for material &1 &2 will be negative ?

  The SAP error message C+131 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing of a material in the system, specifically that the calculated price for the material will be negative. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a sales order, purchase order, or when performing inventory valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Price Calculation: The most common cause is that the pricing conditions (like discounts, surcharges, or other pricing elements) applied to the material result in a negative price.
  Incorrect Master Data: There may be incorrect or incomplete data in the material master, pricing conditions, or sales/purchase documents.
  Pricing Procedure Issues: The pricing procedure assigned to the transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect calculations.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversions involved, fluctuations or incorrect settings may lead to negative pricing.
  Manual Entries: Manual entries in pricing conditions that are not aligned with the expected values can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions for the material in the relevant transaction (sales order, purchase order, etc.). Ensure that discounts, surcharges, and other conditions are set correctly.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for any inconsistencies or incorrect entries that could affect pricing.
  Adjust Pricing Procedure: If the pricing procedure is not set up correctly, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure it is configured properly for the relevant transaction type.
  Currency Settings: Verify the currency settings and ensure that any currency conversions are correct and do not lead to negative pricing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the pricing procedure and conditions relevant to your scenario.
  Test with Different Scenarios: If possible, test the transaction with different pricing conditions or materials to isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to review and adjust pricing conditions.
  Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data and check for any discrepancies.
  Pricing Procedure: Use transaction code V/08 to view and modify pricing procedures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and materials management.