How To Fix C+873 - Price control &1 is mandatory for material type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Price control &1 is mandatory for material type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+873 - Price control &1 is mandatory for material type &2 ?

  The SAP error message C+873 indicates that a price control setting is mandatory for a specific material type. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or change a material master record, and the system requires a price control indicator (such as Standard Price or Moving Average Price) to be defined for the material type you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Control: The material type you are trying to create or modify does not have a price control indicator set, which is required for the material type in question.
  Configuration Issue: The configuration for the material type may not have been set up correctly in the system, leading to the requirement for a price control indicator being enforced.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a price control indicator is assigned to the material type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Material Types > Define Attributes of Material Types.
  
  
  
  Select the Material Type:
  
  Find the material type that corresponds to the error message (indicated by &2 in the error message).
  Check the settings for that material type.
  
  
  
  Set Price Control:
  
  Ensure that the price control indicator (e.g., S for Standard Price or V for Moving Average Price) is defined for the material type.
  If it is not set, you will need to assign a price control indicator.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Create/Change Material:
  
  Try to create or change the material master record again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Price Control Indicators:
  
  S (Standard Price): The price is fixed and does not change with each purchase.
  V (Moving Average Price): The price is recalculated with each purchase based on the total value and quantity of stock.
  
  
  
  Material Master Record: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it is crucial for various processes such as procurement, inventory management, and production.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in material management for further assistance.