How To Fix MPN12006 - Price of existing quotation to be copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN12 - Message Class: Exchange in Quotation

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Price of existing quotation to be copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN12006 - Price of existing quotation to be copied ?

  The SAP error message MPN12006, which states "Price of existing quotation to be copied," typically occurs in the context of creating or processing a sales order or quotation in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the pricing information being copied from an existing quotation.
  Cause:
  
  Quotation Not Found: The system may not be able to find the existing quotation that you are trying to copy the price from.
  Quotation Status: The existing quotation may be in a status that does not allow it to be copied (e.g., it may be expired or not approved).
  Pricing Conditions: There may be issues with the pricing conditions set up in the existing quotation, such as missing or incorrect condition records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the quotation or its pricing information.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., customer, material) that prevent the price from being copied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quotation Existence: Verify that the quotation you are trying to copy from exists in the system and is in a valid status.
  Review Quotation Status: Ensure that the quotation is active and has not expired or been rejected.
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions in the existing quotation to ensure they are correctly set up and valid.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and copy the quotation.
  Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies in the master data related to the customer or material. Ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained.
  Manual Entry: If the issue persists, consider entering the pricing information manually instead of copying it from the quotation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA21 (Create Quotation) or VA22 (Change Quotation) to review or modify the quotation.
  Pricing Procedure: Familiarize yourself with the pricing procedure used in your organization, as it may affect how prices are determined and copied.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.