How To Fix CKMLSENDPRICE745 - Price change is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLSENDPRICE - Send Material Price

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Price change is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Stock exists for the material in the target plant. The Customizing
settings in your system, do not allow price changes to be made if stock
already exists in the target plant.

System Response

Prices cannot be changed in the target plant.

How to fix this error?

Post a goods issue for the stock in the target plant, before you send
the price, or change the Customizing settings for sending material
prices to the target plant under <ZK>Materials Management -> Valuation
and Account Assignment -> Set up Sending Material Prices</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLSENDPRICE745 - Price change is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CKMLSENDPRICE745, which states "Price change is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of material valuation and pricing in SAP. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with material master data, pricing conditions, or during the execution of certain transactions related to material valuation.
  Causes:
  
  Price Control Settings: The material may be set to a specific price control (e.g., Standard Price or Moving Average Price) that does not allow for price changes under certain conditions.
  Locked Material: The material might be locked for changes due to ongoing transactions or processes, such as a purchase order or production order.
  Valuation Type: The valuation type of the material may not permit price changes, especially if it is linked to a specific valuation class.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions on changing prices, especially if they are related to financial postings or inventory management.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the price of the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data to ensure that the price control settings are appropriate for the intended changes. You can do this using transaction code MM03.
  Unlock Material: If the material is locked, identify the transaction that is causing the lock and resolve it. This may involve completing or reversing the transaction.
  Review Valuation Class: Ensure that the valuation class associated with the material allows for price changes. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team.
  Use Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for changing prices. For example, use transaction code MR21 for changing the price of materials.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform price changes. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), MR21 (Change Price), and CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.