How To Fix C+836 - Allow material price determination first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Allow material price determination first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+836 - Allow material price determination first ?

  The SAP error message C+836 "Allow material price determination first" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires material price determination, but the system settings do not allow for it. This error is often encountered in the context of inventory management, material valuation, or when processing goods movements.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Material Master Settings: The material in question may not have the price determination method set correctly in the material master record. For example, if the material is set to "Moving Average" or "Standard Price," but the system is not configured to allow price determination for that material type.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for price determination for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting may not be compatible with the current price determination settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C+836 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Accounting" view to ensure that the price control indicator is set correctly (e.g., "S" for Standard Price or "V" for Moving Average Price).
  Ensure that the material is set up for price determination.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Access the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections for material valuation and ensure that the settings allow for price determination for the materials and transactions you are working with.
  Check the settings under "Materials Management" -> "Valuation and Account Assignment" -> "Price Control" to ensure that the price determination is allowed.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the price determination method set for the material.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP functional consultant to verify that the transaction type is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on material price determination and related settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction and access the material master data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the C+836 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.