How To Fix OQ_C017 - Price unit of measure changed from & to &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: OQ_C - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Fuels

  • Message number: 017

  • Message text: Price unit of measure changed from & to &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_C017 - Price unit of measure changed from & to & ?

    The SAP error message OQ_C017 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the price unit of measure for a material or product during a transaction, such as when creating or changing a sales order, purchase order, or other related documents. The message typically states that the price unit of measure has changed from one value to another, which can lead to inconsistencies in pricing and inventory management.

    Cause:

    1. Master Data Changes: The price unit of measure for the material may have been changed in the material master data (MM) or in the pricing conditions (VK11/VK12).
    2. Inconsistent Data: The price unit of measure in the sales order or purchase order does not match the price unit defined in the material master or pricing conditions.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the pricing procedure or material management that are not aligned with the current business processes.

    Solution:

    1. Check Material Master: Verify the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the price unit of measure is correctly defined in the Basic Data and Sales views.

      • Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
    2. Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions to ensure that the price unit of measure is consistent with the material master.

      • Transaction Code: VK13 (Display Condition)
    3. Update Sales Order/Purchase Order: If the price unit of measure has changed, you may need to update the sales order or purchase order to reflect the correct unit of measure.

      • Transaction Codes: VA02 (Change Sales Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
    4. Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the pricing procedure and ensure that it is set up correctly to handle the price unit of measure.

    5. Check for User Exits or BAdIs: If there are any custom developments (user exits or BAdIs) that might affect the pricing or unit of measure, review them to ensure they are functioning as intended.

    Related Information:

    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and pricing conditions.
    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, VK13, VA02, and ME22N for troubleshooting.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
    • User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OQ_C017 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.

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