How To Fix GP551 - Different activity prices are not supported for &/&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Different activity prices are not supported for &/&

What causes this issue?

You have activated the average activity price indicator for plan
version &V3& in fiscal year &V4&.
However, different values have been planned for cost center/activity
type &V1&/&V2&.

System Response

The data cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Move to the period screen for the cost center/activity type combination
and correct the values so that the same activity price is defined for
all periods.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP551 - Different activity prices are not supported for &/& ?

  The SAP error message GP551, which states "Different activity prices are not supported for &/&," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity-based costing or internal orders. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the activity prices for the same activity type across different cost centers or internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Activity Prices: The error arises when there are different activity prices defined for the same activity type in different cost centers or internal orders. SAP requires that the same activity type should have a consistent price across the same controlling area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the activity type settings or in the cost center settings that lead to this inconsistency.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the activity types or cost centers may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies in pricing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity Prices: Review the activity prices defined for the relevant activity types in the cost centers or internal orders involved. Ensure that they are consistent across all relevant cost centers.
  
  You can check this in the SAP GUI by navigating to the following path: 
  
  Transaction Code: KP26 (Change Activity Prices)
  Transaction Code: KP26N (Change Activity Prices in a New Way)
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Prices: If you find discrepancies, adjust the activity prices to ensure they are the same across all relevant cost centers or internal orders.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for activity types and cost centers in the controlling area to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  You can review this in the configuration settings under:
  
  SPRO > Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Master Data > Activity Types > Define Activity Types
  
  
  
  
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that the master data for the activity types and cost centers is correctly maintained and updated.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP26 (Change Activity Prices), KP26N (Change Activity Prices in a New Way), and KSU5 (Display Actual Activity Allocation).
  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 view and change activity prices and master data in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP551 error and ensure that your activity pricing is consistent across your SAP system.