How To Fix CKPRCH005 - No new price could be calculated for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No new price could be calculated for material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH005 - No new price could be calculated for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH005 ("No new price could be calculated for material &1") typically occurs during the process of price calculation in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with material valuation in the Material Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to determine a new price for the specified material.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or missing necessary information, such as valuation class, price control indicator, or other relevant fields.
  Price Control Settings: The price control settings (e.g., moving average price or standard price) may not be correctly configured for the material.
  No Valid Price Records: There may be no valid price records available for the material in the system, or the existing records may not meet the criteria for price calculation.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the valuation area or controlling area may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in price determination.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currency settings are not aligned, it may prevent the calculation of a new price.
  Incomplete Transactions: Previous transactions related to the material may not have been completed or posted correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and accurate. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out, including valuation class and price control indicators.
  Review Price Control Settings: Ensure that the price control settings for the material are appropriate for the type of valuation being performed (e.g., moving average price or standard price).
  Validate Price Records: Check if there are valid price records for the material. If not, you may need to create or update the price records.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the valuation area and controlling area to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings are correct and that there are no discrepancies in currency conversion.
  Check Previous Transactions: Investigate any previous transactions related to the material to ensure they were completed correctly and that there are no outstanding issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), and CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to review and manage material and cost data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material valuation and price calculation processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the MM and CO modules for further assistance.