How To Fix /FMP/MP051 - Price type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FMP/MP -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Price type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FMP/MP051 - Price type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /FMP/MP051 Price type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori or SAP S/4HANA environments, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions in the Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a price type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified price type (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect price type in the transaction or program.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the price type may not have been included in the migration.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may be referencing a price type that is not defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the price type exists.
  For pricing conditions, navigate to the following path:
  
  Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Price Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the price type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the price type in the transaction or program where the error occurred. Ensure that it matches the defined price types in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Migration:
  
  If this error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary price types were included and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Custom Development Review:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is referencing valid price types. Update the code if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on pricing configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to check existing pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.