How To Fix WRF_PCM143 - Catalog &, item &, date &: purchase price cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PCM - Price Catalog Inbound

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Catalog &, item &, date &: purchase price cannot be created

What causes this issue?

Catalog &, item &, date &: cannot create purchase price.

System Response

It is not possible to create the purchase price.

How to fix this error?

The system does not terminate processing of the corresponding catalog
item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing settings at the level "Control Purchase Price
Posting".
If you make a correction, save the catalog items that you previously
processed again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PCM143 - Catalog &, item &, date &: purchase price cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PCM143 indicates that there is an issue with creating a purchase price for a specific catalog item on a given date. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Retail module, particularly when dealing with pricing and catalog management.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The item may not have the necessary master data set up, such as the material master or vendor master data.
  Invalid Date: The date specified may not be valid for the pricing conditions, or it may fall outside the allowed date range for the pricing records.
  Pricing Conditions Not Defined: There may be no pricing conditions defined for the item in the relevant pricing procedure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase prices.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure or the condition types used for pricing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the material master and vendor master data are correctly set up for the item in question. Verify that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Validate Dates: Check the date you are trying to use for the purchase price. Ensure it is within the valid range and corresponds to the pricing conditions.
  Define Pricing Conditions: If there are no pricing conditions defined for the item, you will need to create them. This can be done in the condition maintenance transaction (e.g., transaction code VK11).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase prices. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the pricing procedure and condition types to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing pricing conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and condition records in the Retail module.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Retail for further assistance.