How To Fix WU053 - Please enter price unit > 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Please enter price unit > 0

What causes this issue?

The purchase order price unit should be greater than zero.
Normally 1 is assumed, which is that the purchase price is valid for
1 unit of measure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU053 - Please enter price unit > 0 ?

  The SAP error message WU053 ("Please enter price unit > 0") typically occurs in the context of pricing or material master data entry, particularly when dealing with purchasing or sales documents. This error indicates that the system requires a positive value for the price unit, which is essential for calculating prices correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Price Unit: The price unit field is either left blank or filled with a value of zero or negative.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a document (like a purchase order, sales order, or material master), the user may have inadvertently entered an invalid price unit.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material or pricing conditions that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Price Unit Field: Ensure that the price unit field is filled with a positive integer. This field typically represents the quantity of the base unit of measure for which the price is valid.
  Review Document Entry: If you are entering a purchase order or sales order, double-check all relevant fields to ensure that the price unit is correctly specified.
  Material Master Data: If the error occurs while working with material master data, check the material's configuration to ensure that the price unit is set correctly in the relevant views (e.g., purchasing, sales).
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the pricing conditions and material settings are correctly defined.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on how to correctly enter data in the relevant transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions, including ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), VA01 (Create Sales Order), and others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on pricing and material master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.