How To Fix OPS_SE_PUR002 - Total amount of item price is calculated automatically (item &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_PUR - Purchasing: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Total amount of item price is calculated automatically (item &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR002 - Total amount of item price is calculated automatically (item &1) ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR002 indicates that the total amount of an item price is being calculated automatically in a purchasing document, and it typically arises in the context of purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This message is often related to the configuration of the pricing procedure or the way the item is set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Automatic Calculation: The system is set to automatically calculate the total amount based on the item price and quantity. This can happen if the item is configured to use a specific pricing procedure that does not allow manual entry of the total amount.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure, such as missing condition types or incorrect settings in the pricing schema.
  Item Category: The item category used in the purchasing document may have settings that enforce automatic calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: If the user is trying to manually enter a total amount that conflicts with the calculated amount, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Configuration: Review the configuration of the item in the purchasing document. Ensure that the item category and pricing procedure are set up correctly.
  Review Pricing Procedure: Check the pricing procedure assigned to the purchasing document. Ensure that all necessary condition types are included and configured correctly.
  Avoid Manual Entry: If the system is set to calculate the total amount automatically, avoid trying to manually enter the total amount. Instead, enter the item price and quantity, and let the system calculate the total.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the pricing procedure and item category settings.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to review and edit purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the purchasing documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OPS_SE_PUR002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.