M8313 - Use price change in material ledger for material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Use price change in material ledger for material &

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to change the price of material &v1&. The
<DS:GLOS.material_ledger>material ledger</> is active for this
material.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

To change the price of the material, choose <LS>Accounting ->
Controlling -> Actual Costing/Material Ledger</> and use the functions
available there.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8313 - Use price change in material ledger for material & ?

  The SAP error message M8313 ("Use price change in material ledger for material &") typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material valuation in SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting a price change to be processed through the Material Ledger for the specified material, but it is not being handled correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Material Ledger Not Active: The Material Ledger may not be activated for the material in question. The Material Ledger is a tool in SAP that allows for the management of inventory valuation and price changes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the Material Ledger or the material master data may not be set up correctly.
  Price Change Not Processed: There may be an attempt to post a transaction that requires a price change, but the price change has not been recorded in the Material Ledger.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the Material Ledger settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Material Ledger: Ensure that the Material Ledger is activated for the relevant company code and material. This can be done in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  
  Transaction Code: OML0 (Activate Material Ledger)
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data to ensure that the Material Ledger is enabled for the specific material.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  Process Price Changes: If a price change is required, ensure that it is processed correctly through the Material Ledger. This can be done using the transaction for price changes.
  
  Transaction Code: MR21 (Price Change)
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the Material Ledger and ensure that they align with the business processes.
  
  Transaction Code: OML1 (Define Material Ledger Settings)
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on handling price changes and Material Ledger settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: A component of SAP that allows for the management of inventory valuation and provides functionalities for actual costing.
  Price Change Transactions: Transactions that affect the valuation of materials, such as goods receipts, invoice receipts, and inventory adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.