How To Fix CI512 - Please enter price data for non-stock item first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 512

• Message text: Please enter price data for non-stock item first

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate a non-stock material to a general task list, an
equipment task list or a task list for a functional location. However,
since this material is procured externally, price data is needed in the
purchase requisition that is to be generated.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter price data for the non-stock item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI512 - Please enter price data for non-stock item first ?

  The SAP error message CI512, "Please enter price data for non-stock item first," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a purchase order or a material master record for a non-stock item (also known as a consumable item) without having specified the necessary pricing information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Data: The primary cause of this error is that the system requires price data to be entered for non-stock items before proceeding with the transaction. Non-stock items do not have inventory management, so pricing must be explicitly defined.
  Material Master Configuration: The material master record for the non-stock item may not have been set up correctly, particularly in the purchasing view where price information is stored.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting may require price data for non-stock items, and if it is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Price Data:
  
  Navigate to the material master record for the non-stock item.
  Go to the purchasing view and enter the necessary price data (e.g., standard price, moving average price).
  Save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Create Purchase Order:
  
  If you are creating a purchase order, ensure that you have entered the price in the item details for the non-stock item.
  You can do this by entering the item in the purchase order and specifying the price in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type assigned to the non-stock item is appropriate and allows for price data entry. Some material types may have restrictions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required fields or the process, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Record: This is a central repository of information about materials that an organization procures, produces, and sells. It contains data related to purchasing, sales, inventory management, and accounting.
  Non-Stock Items: These are items that are not tracked in inventory but are purchased for immediate use or consumption.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material master maintenance include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the necessary price data is entered for non-stock items, you should be able to resolve the CI512 error and proceed with your transactions.