How To Fix SE159 - Price must be greater than 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Price must be greater than 0

What causes this issue?

A price must be entered/maintained for service lines in purchase
orders.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you have to enter a line with price = 0, you can mark the line as an
informatory line.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE159 - Price must be greater than 0 ?

  The SAP error message SE159, which states "Price must be greater than 0," typically occurs in the context of pricing in sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactions where a price is expected to be specified. This error indicates that the system has detected a price value of zero or a negative value, which is not acceptable for the transaction being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have inadvertently entered a price of zero or a negative value in the pricing field.
  Master Data Issues: The material or service master data may not have a valid price set, leading to this error when trying to create or modify a transaction.
  Pricing Conditions: The pricing conditions in the pricing procedure may not be set up correctly, resulting in a zero price being calculated.
  Discounts or Markdowns: If discounts or markdowns are applied incorrectly, they may lead to a final price of zero or less.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the pricing procedure in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Verify that the price entered in the relevant field is greater than zero. Ensure that there are no typographical errors.
  Review Master Data: Check the material or service master data to ensure that a valid price is maintained. If necessary, update the master data with the correct pricing information.
  Examine Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions in the pricing procedure to ensure they are set up correctly. Make sure that the conditions are not resulting in a zero price.
  Adjust Discounts: If discounts are applied, check the calculations to ensure they do not result in a negative or zero price.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the pricing procedure configuration to ensure it is set up correctly. This may require assistance from a SAP consultant or someone with configuration expertise.
  Test in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a test or sandbox environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to pricing errors. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.