/FMP/MP011 - Prices of type &1 cannot be indicated as used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FMP/MP -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Prices of type &1 cannot be indicated as used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FMP/MP011 - Prices of type &1 cannot be indicated as used ?

  The SAP error message /FMP/MP011 Prices of type &1 cannot be indicated as used typically occurs in the context of the SAP Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with pricing conditions in the context of purchasing or sales.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is an issue with the pricing conditions being used in a transaction. The specific cause can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  
  Incorrect Price Type: The price type indicated (represented by &1 in the error message) is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform. For example, you might be trying to use a price type that is not allowed for the specific transaction or document type.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the pricing procedure that do not allow the specified price type to be marked as used.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like condition records) for the specified price type may not be maintained in the system.
  
  
  Status of the Condition Record: The condition record for the price type may be inactive or not valid for the date range of the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Price Type: Verify that the price type you are trying to use is valid for the transaction. You can do this by checking the pricing procedure configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for pricing procedures (Transaction code: SPRO) and ensure that the price type is correctly configured and allowed for the relevant document types.
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records: Ensure that the condition records for the price type are maintained correctly. You can do this using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition).
  
  
  Check Validity Dates: Make sure that the condition records are valid for the date of the transaction you are trying to process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the pricing procedure or the allowed price types, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13 (for condition records), and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to pricing conditions.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.