How To Fix C+212 - Price changes are not permitted for all materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Price changes are not permitted for all materials

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+212 - Price changes are not permitted for all materials ?

  The SAP error message C+212, which states "Price changes are not permitted for all materials," typically occurs in the context of material management and pricing in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the price of materials that are not allowed to be modified due to certain restrictions or settings in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Price Control Settings: The materials may be set with a specific price control (e.g., moving average price or standard price) that does not allow for price changes under certain conditions.
  Material Status: The materials might be in a status that restricts changes, such as being blocked for procurement or sales.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used for the transaction may have restrictions on price changes.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the material master or pricing procedure that prevent price changes for certain materials or under certain conditions.
  Batch Management: If the materials are batch-managed, there may be restrictions on changing prices for specific batches.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected materials to ensure that the price control settings and status are appropriate for the intended changes.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration of the document type being used to ensure that it allows for price changes.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the pricing procedure or material master to allow for price changes.
  Unlock Material Status: If the material is blocked or has a status that prevents changes, consider unlocking or changing the status if appropriate.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation and resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to check and modify material data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make price changes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.