How To Fix /FMP/MP081 - Price type &1 not indicated as future price

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FMP/MP -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Price type &1 not indicated as future price

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FMP/MP081 - Price type &1 not indicated as future price ?

  The SAP error message /FMP/MP081 Price type &1 not indicated as future price typically occurs in the context of materials management or pricing procedures within SAP. This error indicates that the specified price type (denoted by &1) is not set up to be recognized as a future price in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The price type in question may not be configured correctly in the system to be recognized as a future price.
  Master Data Setup: The material master or pricing conditions may not have the necessary future price settings.
  Incorrect Pricing Procedure: The pricing procedure being used may not include the necessary settings for future prices.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Price Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for pricing types in your SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management).
  Ensure that the price type you are using is marked as a future price.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for the relevant material. Ensure that the future price is correctly maintained in the pricing view.
  You can access the material master using transaction MM02 and navigate to the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Procedure:
  
  Review the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant transaction (e.g., sales order, purchase order).
  Ensure that the pricing procedure includes the necessary conditions for future pricing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure future prices and pricing types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  VK11 - Create Condition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to pricing configurations and material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and materials management.