How To Fix O5089 - W: Required entry not made (price indicator).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 089

• Message text: W: Required entry not made (price indicator).

What causes this issue?

The pricing indicator for excise duty tax is blank. You must make an
entry in this field to signify whether tax rates are to be taken from
condition records (internal) or from the external rates table (OIH01).

How to fix this error?

You maintain the possible entries using transaction <DS:TRAN.O5W9>O5W9
</>. You need not enter anything if the destination location is
untaxed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5089 - W: Required entry not made (price indicator). ?

  The SAP error message O5089 W: "Required entry not made (price indicator)" typically occurs in the context of pricing in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales documents, purchase orders, or material master records. This error indicates that a required field related to the price indicator has not been filled in, which is necessary for the system to process the transaction correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Indicator: The price indicator field is not filled in the relevant document or master data. This field is essential for determining how pricing should be applied.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of pricing procedures or the relevant condition types in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have overlooked entering the price indicator when creating or modifying a document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Document: Review the document (sales order, purchase order, etc.) where the error occurred. Ensure that the price indicator field is filled in correctly.
  Material Master Data: If the error is related to a material, check the material master data to ensure that the price indicator is set up correctly in the relevant views (e.g., Sales Organization Data, Purchasing Data).
  Pricing Procedure Configuration: Verify the pricing procedure configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the price indicator is correctly defined in the pricing procedure and that all necessary condition types are included.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained to fill in all required fields, including the price indicator, when creating or modifying documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the pricing procedure and the role of the price indicator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or MM02 (Change Material) to check or update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to pricing indicators or provide patches for known bugs.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 resolve the O5089 error and ensure that the necessary price indicators are correctly set in your SAP system.