How To Fix C+882 - Special stocks can only be changed to price control 2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 882

• Message text: Special stocks can only be changed to price control 2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+882 - Special stocks can only be changed to price control 2 ?

  The SAP error message C+882 indicates that there is an issue with changing the price control of special stocks. This error typically arises when you attempt to change the price control of a material that is classified as a special stock (like consignment, project stock, or returnable packaging) to a price control type that is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Special Stock Type: The material is classified as a special stock (e.g., consignment stock, project stock, etc.), which has specific rules regarding price control.
  Price Control Types: SAP uses different price control types, such as:
  
  Price Control 1 (Standard Price): Fixed price for the material.
  Price Control 2 (Moving Average Price): Price that changes based on the average of the material's purchase prices.
  
  
  Incompatibility: The system does not allow changing the price control of special stocks to a type that is incompatible with the special stock nature.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data for the specific material. Ensure that the price control type is appropriate for the stock type.
  Change Stock Type: If you need to change the price control, consider changing the stock type to a standard stock type that allows for the desired price control.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling special stocks and price control changes.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to review and modify the material master data as needed.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Stocks: Understand the different types of special stocks in SAP and their implications on inventory management.
  Price Control: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of price control in SAP, including how it affects inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  Material Master Data: Review the structure and fields in the material master data that pertain to stock types and price control.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the C+882 error in SAP.