How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API003 - Price control &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API - Messages for MDG Material Ledger

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Price control &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API003 - Price control &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API003 indicates that there is an issue related to the price control setting for a material in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. Specifically, the error message states that the price control type (e.g., "S" for standard price, "V" for moving average price) does not exist for the material being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Control Setting: The material master record may not have a valid price control type assigned. This can happen if the material was created or modified incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: The price control types may not be properly configured in the system, or the relevant settings may be missing in the material type configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the accounting view to see if the price control type is set correctly.
  If it is missing or incorrect, you may need to update the material master with the correct price control type.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMH1 to check the configuration of the material type.
  Ensure that the price control settings are correctly defined for the material type in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction code MM02 to make necessary corrections to the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Price Control Types: Understand the different price control types and their implications on inventory valuation and accounting.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the various views of the material master (Basic Data, Purchasing, Accounting, etc.) and how they interact.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OMH1: Configure Material Types
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the material master data is correctly configured for price control.