How To Fix PRC_PRI014 - Material &1, condition &2 : unit of measure &3 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_PRI - Messages for Pricing Engine

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Material &1, condition &2 : unit of measure &3 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_PRI014 - Material &1, condition &2 : unit of measure &3 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message PRC_PRI014 typically occurs in the context of pricing or procurement processes when there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) for a material in a pricing condition. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure for the material in the pricing condition is not allowed or not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material or pricing conditions may not support the specified unit of measure.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not have the correct unit of measure settings, or the unit of measure may not be maintained properly in the relevant views (e.g., purchasing, sales).
  Condition Record Issues: The condition record for pricing may not be set up correctly to accommodate the unit of measure being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing) to ensure that the unit of measure is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is maintained in the "Units of Measure" tab.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 or VK12 to check the condition records for the pricing condition in question. Ensure that the unit of measure is allowed for the specific condition type.
  If necessary, create or modify the condition records to include the correct unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for pricing (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the unit of measure is allowed for the pricing conditions being used.
  Check the settings under "Logistics - General" > "Material Master" > "Basic Settings" > "Units of Measure" to ensure that the unit of measure is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the pricing condition types and their allowed units of measure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), SPRO (Customizing).
  Unit of Measure Types: Ensure that the unit of measure is compatible with the material and the pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in pricing and procurement processes.