How To Fix SGT_MAIN006 - Price control has to be maintained for posting entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Price control has to be maintained for posting entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN006 - Price control has to be maintained for posting entry ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN006 indicates that there is an issue with the price control settings for a material when trying to post an entry. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or material valuation in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to post a transaction (like a goods movement or invoice) for a material that does not have a defined price control setting. Price control is crucial for determining how the system values inventory and calculates costs. The two main types of price control in SAP are:
  
  Standard Price (S): The material is valued at a fixed price.
  Moving Average Price (V): The material is valued based on the average price of the material over time.
  
  If the price control is not set for a material, the system cannot determine how to value the inventory, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to maintain the price control for the affected material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Select Views:
  
  Choose the appropriate views, typically Accounting and Purchasing.
  
  
  
  Maintain Price Control:
  
  In the Accounting view, look for the field labeled Price Control.
  Set the price control to either S (Standard Price) or V (Moving Average Price) based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the material master data.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Posting:
  
  Go back to the transaction that generated the error and try to post the entry again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Price Control Implications: 
  
  Choosing the right price control method affects inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and financial reporting.
  
  
  Material Valuation: 
  
  Ensure that the valuation class is correctly assigned to the material, as it determines how the material is linked to the general ledger accounts.
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and price control settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SGT_MAIN006 error and successfully post your entry. If the issue persists, consider checking for additional configuration settings or consulting with your SAP support team.