How To Fix WU527 - Pricing ref. mat. & can only be activated with dependent materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 527

• Message text: Pricing ref. mat. & can only be activated with dependent materials

What causes this issue?

Sales price conditions for pricing reference materials apply to all
price-dependent materials. As a result, sales prices must be activated
for all the materials that are linked to this pricing reference
material on the sales side.

System Response

Price activation was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Select all the materials that have this pricing reference material.
Note that subsequent processing is not allowed for blocked items.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU527 - Pricing ref. mat. & can only be activated with dependent materials ?

  The SAP error message WU527, which states "Pricing ref. mat. & can only be activated with dependent materials," typically occurs in the context of pricing and material management within the SAP system. This error is related to the configuration of pricing reference materials and their dependencies on other materials.
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issue: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to activate a pricing reference material that is not properly configured with its dependent materials. In SAP, a pricing reference material is used to derive pricing for other materials, and it must have a clear relationship with those dependent materials.
  
  
  Missing Dependencies: If the dependent materials are not defined or linked correctly to the pricing reference material, the system will not allow the activation of the pricing reference material.
  
  
  Material Master Data: There may be issues with the material master data where the necessary dependencies are not set up.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Configuration: Review the configuration of the pricing reference material and ensure that all dependent materials are correctly defined. This can be done in the material master data settings.
  
  
  Define Dependencies: If the dependent materials are not defined, you will need to create or update the material master records to establish the necessary relationships. This can involve:
  
  Going to the material master (transaction code MM02) and ensuring that the dependent materials are linked to the pricing reference material.
  Checking the pricing conditions in the pricing procedure to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure: Ensure that the pricing procedure being used allows for the activation of pricing reference materials with dependent materials. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify that the pricing procedure is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring pricing reference materials and their dependencies.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the activation of the pricing reference material again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), VK11 (Create Condition), and VK31 (Maintain Pricing Conditions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to material master data and pricing configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP pricing and material management.