How To Fix SGT_01881 - Invalid price control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 881

• Message text: Invalid price control

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01881 - Invalid price control ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01881, which indicates "Invalid price control," typically arises in the context of materials management and inventory management within SAP. This error is related to the configuration of material master records, specifically concerning the price control settings.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Price Control Indicator: The material master record may have an invalid or unsupported price control indicator. Common price control indicators in SAP include:
  
  S: Standard price
  V: Moving average price
  
  
  
  Material Type Configuration: The material type assigned to the material may not support the specified price control. For example, certain material types may only allow specific price control methods.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the material type or price control may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the material master, such as missing fields or incorrect values.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SGT_01881 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the price control indicator in the Accounting view. Ensure it is set to a valid value (either 'S' for Standard price or 'V' for Moving average price).
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the material type associated with the material (transaction code OMWB).
  Ensure that the material type allows the specified price control.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the price control is not valid for the material type, you may need to change the material type or adjust the price control settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the material master are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the material master record to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMWB: Configure Material Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master records and configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.