How To Fix CKPRCH041 - Conversion of external price to internal price is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Conversion of external price to internal price is not possible

What causes this issue?

The new price, which is based on the price unit and quantity unit
entered could not be translated to a price based on the price unit
(from the material master) and base unit of quantity for the material
in question.
It is possible that there is no translation rule for this material
between the unit of measure and the base unit of measure. Also, the
parameter in question might be zero.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH041 - Conversion of external price to internal price is not possible ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH041, which states "Conversion of external price to internal price is not possible," typically occurs in the context of material valuation and pricing in SAP. This error can arise during various processes, such as when trying to create or change a material master record, or during the execution of a transaction that involves pricing.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Price Format: The external price provided may not be in a format that SAP can convert to an internal price. This can happen if the price includes invalid characters or is not in the expected currency format.
  
  
  Currency Issues: The currency of the external price may not be defined in the system, or there may be issues with the exchange rate settings.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for price conversion may not be set up correctly in the system. This includes settings related to valuation classes, price control, or material types.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  
  
  Unit of Measure Issues: The unit of measure for the external price may not match the unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Price Format: Ensure that the external price is entered in the correct format. Remove any invalid characters and ensure it is a numeric value.
  
  
  Verify Currency Settings: Check if the currency used for the external price is defined in the system. Ensure that the exchange rates are maintained correctly in the system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to material valuation and pricing. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place, including valuation classes and price control settings.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Check the material master data for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Ensure that the unit of measure for the external price matches the unit of measure defined in the material master. If there is a mismatch, correct it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), or CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data or pricing configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management and pricing.