How To Fix WRF_PCM098 - Currency for purch.price missing (no price creation): catalog &, item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PCM - Price Catalog Inbound

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Currency for purch.price missing (no price creation): catalog &, item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PCM098 - Currency for purch.price missing (no price creation): catalog &, item & ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PCM098 indicates that there is a missing currency for the purchase price in the context of a catalog item. This error typically arises when trying to create or update a purchasing price for an item in a catalog, but the system cannot find the necessary currency information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Information: The most common cause is that the currency for the purchasing price has not been defined for the specific item in the catalog.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the purchasing info record.
  Catalog Issues: The catalog itself may not have been set up correctly, or the item may not be linked to the correct purchasing organization or currency.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the material master, purchasing info records, and the catalog.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material master record for the item has the correct currency defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the purchasing view.
  Update Purchasing Info Record: If applicable, check the purchasing info record (transaction code ME13) for the item and ensure that the currency is specified.
  Catalog Configuration: Verify that the catalog is correctly configured and that the item is properly linked to the purchasing organization and currency.
  Create/Update Price: If the price is missing, you may need to create or update the purchasing price for the item in the catalog. This can typically be done through transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME31K (Create Contract).
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or update prices in the catalog.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), ME13 (Display Info Record), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME31K (Create Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchasing and catalog management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.