How To Fix M3413 - Costing lot size will be the same as the price unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Costing lot size will be the same as the price unit

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a costing lot size that is smaller than the price unit.
However, the costing lot size must be at least as large as the price
unit.

System Response

The system has set the costing lot size to equal the price unit.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3413 - Costing lot size will be the same as the price unit ?

  The SAP error message M3413, which states "Costing lot size will be the same as the price unit," typically occurs during the material master data configuration or when performing a material valuation. This error indicates that the costing lot size defined for a material is set to be the same as the price unit, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The costing lot size and the price unit are set to the same value in the material master data. This can happen if the material is configured incorrectly or if there was a misunderstanding of how these fields should be set.
  Material Master Settings: The settings in the material master for the valuation area may not be aligned correctly, leading to this error when trying to perform a costing run or valuation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3413 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Navigate to the Accounting view or the Costing view, depending on your configuration.
  Check the fields for "Costing lot size" and "Price unit."
  Ensure that the "Costing lot size" is not equal to the "Price unit." Adjust the costing lot size to a different value that is appropriate for your business needs.
  
  
  
  Adjust Costing Lot Size:
  
  If the costing lot size is set to a specific value, consider changing it to a more suitable value that reflects the actual lot size used in production or procurement processes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate values, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management (MM) or Controlling (CO) to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs. You can do this by attempting to run the costing or valuation process again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: Understanding the different views in the material master (Basic Data, Purchasing, Accounting, etc.) is crucial for proper configuration.
  Costing Lot Size: This is the quantity of material that is considered for costing purposes. It should reflect the actual production or procurement practices.
  Price Unit: This is the unit in which the price of the material is defined (e.g., per piece, per kilogram, etc.).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of material master fields and their implications on costing and pricing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3413 error and ensure that your material master data is correctly configured for costing purposes.