How To Fix OPP_CORE018 - PPS could not calculate the prices

OPP_CORE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPP_CORE - Messages for OPP core functionality

• Message number: 018

• Message text: PPS could not calculate the prices

What causes this issue?

The promotion pricing service has detected the following business error:
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System Response

The system could not calculate the prices of the products in the sales
order.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPP_CORE018 - PPS could not calculate the prices ?

  The SAP error message OPP_CORE018, which states "PPS could not calculate the prices," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Planning System (PPS) or during the pricing procedure in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Pricing Conditions: The pricing conditions required for the calculation may not be maintained in the system. This can include missing condition records for discounts, surcharges, or taxes.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured in the system. This includes issues with the sequence of condition types or missing access sequences.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data, such as customer master data or material master data, can lead to pricing calculation failures. For example, if the customer does not have valid pricing information or if the material is not