M8848 - Price index for pool & & & & not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 848

• Message text: Price index for pool & & & & not maintained

What causes this issue?

Price index not found for the specified pool; index valuation cannot be
carried out.

How to fix this error?

Choose the function "Maintain layer --> Change". Enter the specified
pool on the initial screen and branch to the layer overview. Place the
cursor on the current fiscal year and branch to the details screen for
the layer. On this screen, enter data in the field "Price index", then
save your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8848 - Price index for pool & & & & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message M8848, which states "Price index for pool & & & & not maintained," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory valuation. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a price index for a specific pool of materials, which is necessary for calculating prices or costs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Index: The primary cause of this error is that the price index for the specified material pool has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the material master or the price determination settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the price index.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Price Index:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMWB (or the relevant transaction for maintaining price indices).
  Check if the price index for the specified pool is maintained. If not, you will need to create or update it.
  Ensure that the price index is correctly linked to the relevant material types and valuation classes.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data for the affected materials.
  Verify that the relevant views (such as Accounting and Purchasing) are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction under the Materials Management section to ensure that the price determination settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the valuation area and valuation class are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to price indices and material valuation to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMWB: Maintain Price Index
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration) settings
  
  
  
  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 the material master and price index settings.
  
  
  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 Materials Management for further assistance.