How To Fix CKPRCH027 - Price change not allowed for material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Price change not allowed for material &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH027 - Price change not allowed for material & ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH027, which states "Price change not allowed for material &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the price of a material that is not permitted under the current configuration or status of the material. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when the material is locked, when it is part of a closed period, or when certain conditions in the system prevent price changes.
  Causes:
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents price changes (e.g., it is marked as inactive or blocked).
  Period Closing: The accounting period may be closed, preventing any changes to prices for that period.
  Price Control Settings: The material may be set up with a price control indicator (e.g., standard price or moving average price) that restricts price changes under certain conditions.
  Locked Material: The material may be locked for changes due to ongoing transactions or other processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the price of the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the material master (transaction code MM03). If it is inactive or blocked, you may need to change its status.
  Open Accounting Period: If the accounting period is closed, you may need to open it (if permissible) or wait until the next period to make the price change.
  Review Price Control Settings: Check the price control settings in the material master. If the material is set to standard price, ensure that the price change is being made in accordance with the rules for standard price materials.
  Unlock Material: If the material is locked, identify the reason for the lock and resolve it. This may involve checking for ongoing transactions or processes that are using the material.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to make the price change has the necessary authorizations. This may involve consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CK11N: Create Material Cost Estimate
  CK24: Release Material Cost Estimate
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and pricing to understand the implications of price changes and the configuration settings that may affect them.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.