How To Fix M8380 - The system cannot check prices

M8380 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 380

• Message text: The system cannot check prices

What causes this issue?

The system cannot check prices because the total quantity invoiced is
zero. You may be trying to post a parked subsequent debit, even though
the total quantity invoiced is zero.
This is not allowed.

System Response

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?

Check the purchase order history for purchase order &V1&, item &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8380 - The system cannot check prices ?

  The SAP error message M8380, "The system cannot check prices," typically occurs in the context of materials management and purchasing processes. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes of Error M8380
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Price Control: The material master may not have the correct price control indicator set (e.g., moving average price or standard price).
  
  
  Missing Info Records: If there are no purchasing info records for the material and vendor combination, the system cannot check prices.
  
  
  Price Conditions Not Maintained: The necessary pricing conditions (like discounts, surcharges, etc.) may not be maintained in the condition records.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the purchasing view.
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type used for the purchase order may not be configured to allow price checks.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are discrepancies in currency settings between the