How To Fix CKMLDUVN031 - Price change error (CKPRCH &1) for material &2 &3 &4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLDUVN - Inventory differences distribution messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Price change error (CKPRCH &1) for material &2 &3 &4.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLDUVN031 - Price change error (CKPRCH &1) for material &2 &3 &4. ?

  The SAP error message CKMLDUVN031, which indicates a "Price change error (CKPRCH &1) for material &2 &3 &4," typically occurs during the Material Ledger (ML) processing in SAP. This error is related to issues with price changes for materials, particularly when the system is trying to process a price change that is not valid or cannot be applied due to certain conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Price Change: The price change being applied may not be valid for the specified material. This could be due to incorrect pricing conditions or a mismatch in the expected price change format.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow for price changes, such as being locked or in a closed period.
  Currency Issues: There may be discrepancies in currency conversion or currency settings that prevent the price change from being applied.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Material Ledger or pricing procedures that are not set up correctly.
  Period Closing: The period for which the price change is being applied may already be closed, preventing any changes from being made.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Price Change Validity: Review the price change being applied to ensure it is valid for the material in question. Verify that the price change is within acceptable limits and formats.
  Review Material Status: Check the status of the material to ensure it is not locked or restricted from price changes. If necessary, unlock the material or change its status.
  Currency Settings: Verify the currency settings for the material and ensure that there are no discrepancies in currency conversion rates.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the Material Ledger and pricing procedures to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like OML2 (for Material Ledger) or OMWD (for pricing).
  Period Management: If the period is closed, you may need to open the period for adjustments or wait until the next period to apply the price change.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CKM3N (Material Ledger Document) or CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing) to analyze the situation further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material prices and that you are following the correct procedures for price changes in your organization.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management and Material Ledger processes.