How To Fix C+839 - Determine price for material &1 &2 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 839

• Message text: Determine price for material &1 &2 first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+839 - Determine price for material &1 &2 first ?

  The SAP error message C+839 "Determine price for material &1 &2 first" typically occurs in the context of pricing and valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials in inventory management or sales processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the price for a specific material and requires that the price be established before proceeding with the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Condition: The price for the specified material (identified by the material number and plant) has not been maintained in the pricing conditions.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the necessary pricing information or may not be set up correctly.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be linked to a valid price determination procedure.
  Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured or may not include the necessary conditions for the material.
  Transaction Context: The error may occur in specific transactions where pricing is required, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or inventory postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material master data for the specified material is complete and includes the necessary pricing information. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material master.
  Maintain Pricing Conditions: Use transaction code VK11 to maintain the pricing conditions for the material. Ensure that the price is set up for the relevant sales organization and distribution channel.
  Review Valuation Class: Check the valuation class assigned to the material in the material master and ensure it is linked to a valid price determination procedure.
  Check Pricing Procedure: Review the pricing procedure assigned to the sales area or purchasing organization to ensure it includes the necessary conditions for the material.
  Transaction-Specific Checks: If the error occurs in a specific transaction, ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the transaction is set up to allow for price determination.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to pricing and valuation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on pricing procedures, condition records, and material master data management for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and materials management.