How To Fix CKPRCH034 - Material &1 &2 is a value-only article. Transaction not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Material &1 &2 is a value-only article. Transaction not possible

What causes this issue?

Material &v1& is a <DS:GLOS.3526BCA3AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>value-only
article</> and is therefore managed only on a value basis, not a
quantity basis. Therefore, a price is not defined and no price change
is possible.

System Response

Any price change for this material will be refused.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH034 - Material &1 &2 is a value-only article. Transaction not possible ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH034 indicates that you are trying to perform a transaction on a material that is classified as a "value-only article." This means that the material is not intended for inventory management or physical stock movements, and therefore certain transactions are restricted.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material in question is defined in the system as a value-only article. This typically means it is a service or a non-stock item that does not have physical inventory.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting to perform (e.g., posting a goods movement, creating a purchase order, etc.) is not allowed for value-only articles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data for the affected material. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to see the material's details. Look for the material type and ensure it is set up correctly for your intended use.
  Change Material Type: If the material should be managed as a stock item, you may need to change its material type to one that allows for inventory management. This typically requires administrative access and may involve creating a new material with the correct type.
  Use Appropriate Transactions: If the material is indeed a value-only article, ensure that you are using the correct transactions that are allowed for such materials. For example, you may need to use service-related transactions instead of inventory-related ones.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines to understand the implications of changing material types or how to handle value-only articles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Familiarize yourself with the different material types in SAP and their characteristics. Common material types include raw materials, finished goods, and services.
  Transaction Codes: Be aware of the transaction codes that are relevant for managing materials, such as ME21N for creating purchase orders, MIGO for goods movements, and MM01 for creating materials.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user role limitations.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP configuration and business processes.