How To Fix CPE_IPC432 - Exercise of price fixation: No fixed period for quotations found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_IPC - CPE: Message Class for Pricing Engine Part

• Message number: 432

• Message text: Exercise of price fixation: No fixed period for quotations found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_IPC432 - Exercise of price fixation: No fixed period for quotations found ?

  The SAP error message CPE_IPC432, which states "Exercise of price fixation: No fixed period for quotations found," typically occurs in the context of pricing and quotation management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid time period for the quotations that are necessary for price fixation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Validity Period: The quotations may not have a defined validity period, or the existing validity period may have expired.
  Quotation Not Active: The quotation may not be active or may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure or quotation management settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry for the quotations, such as incorrect dates or missing information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Quotation Validity:
  
  Navigate to the quotation in question and verify that it has a defined validity period.
  Ensure that the validity period is still active and has not expired.
  
  
  
  Review Quotation Status:
  
  Check if the quotation is marked as active. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new quotation.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for pricing and quotations in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the pricing procedure is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the data entered for the quotations to ensure there are no errors or missing fields.
  Make sure that the quotation is linked to the correct material or service.
  
  
  
  Create New Quotation:
  
  If the existing quotation cannot be fixed, consider creating a new quotation with the correct details and validity period.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Quotation), ME32K (Change Quotation), and ME33K (Display Quotation) to manage quotations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for pricing and quotation management for more detailed guidance on setting up and managing quotations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.