How To Fix M8_2053 - No relevant item found for price inquiry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 053

• Message text: No relevant item found for price inquiry

What causes this issue?

You have activated the price inquiry.

System Response

The system could not determine an item for the price inquiry.
Items that are relevant for the price inquiry include items with a
contract reference, for which amounts are relevant:
Text items or material items
Service items at the service level
Items with a reference to a blanket purchase order and a service
contract at the level of the services

How to fix this error?

Check the item for the criteria indicated.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2053 - No relevant item found for price inquiry ?

  The SAP error message M8_2053, which states "No relevant item found for price inquiry," typically occurs during the process of checking prices for materials or products in the SAP system. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly. This includes missing pricing conditions or incorrect material status.
  Pricing Conditions: The pricing conditions for the material may not be maintained in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the condition tables or incorrect validity periods.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type used for the inquiry may not be compatible with the pricing procedure.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The plant or storage location specified in the inquiry may not have relevant pricing information.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect or missing entries in the pricing tables.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the pricing information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly maintained. Ensure that the material is active and has the necessary views (e.g., Sales, Purchasing) set up.
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions in the condition records (transaction code: VK11, VK12) to ensure that they are maintained for the relevant material, plant, and customer.
  Validate Document Type: Ensure that the document type used for the inquiry is appropriate and that it is configured correctly in the pricing procedure.
  Check Plant/Storage Location: Confirm that the plant or storage location specified in the inquiry has valid pricing information. You can do this by checking the material's availability in the relevant plant.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the pricing tables to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access pricing information. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME11 (Create Info Record), ME12 (Change Info Record), and ME13 (Display Info Record) for managing pricing information.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and materials management.