How To Fix 5V164 - Maintain also the Fuel Type (EGTYP) and the C02 Emissions (CO2EM) fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Maintain also the Fuel Type (EGTYP) and the C02 Emissions (CO2EM) fields

What causes this issue?

You are maintaining utility and/or pool cars in tableT5B0U.
You have selected the <ZK>Calculate</> checkbox to indicate that the SI
contribution is relevant for this car, but you have not selected values
for the <ZK>Fuel Type</> (EGTYP) and the <ZK>Car C02 Emissions</>
(CO2EM) fields.

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?

Since this car is relevant for the SI contribution calculation and you
have selected the <ZK>Calculate</> checkbox, you need to select values
for the <ZK>Fuel Type</> (EGTYP) and the <ZK>Car C02 Emissions</>
(CO2EM) fields too.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V164 - Maintain also the Fuel Type (EGTYP) and the C02 Emissions (CO2EM) fields ?

  The SAP error message 5V164 indicates that certain fields related to fuel type (EGTYP) and CO2 emissions (CO2EM) need to be maintained in the system. This error typically arises in the context of materials management or environmental compliance within SAP, particularly when dealing with products that have specific environmental regulations or reporting requirements.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to save or process a material or product that requires information about the fuel type and CO2 emissions, but these fields have not been filled out. This is often relevant for materials that are subject to environmental regulations or for which emissions data is necessary for reporting purposes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the required fields in the relevant material master or product data. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Material Master:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Views:
  
  Choose the views that are relevant to your material. You may need to select the "Basic Data" or "Environmental" views, depending on your SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Maintain Fuel Type (EGTYP):
  
  Locate the field for Fuel Type (EGTYP) and enter the appropriate value. This value should correspond to the type of fuel used by the material.
  
  
  
  Maintain CO2 Emissions (CO2EM):
  
  Find the field for CO2 Emissions (CO2EM) and enter the relevant emissions data for the material. This data is often based on regulatory standards or environmental assessments.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Process:
  
  Once the fields are filled out, you can re-attempt the process that triggered the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Environmental Compliance: Many industries are subject to regulations regarding emissions and environmental impact. Maintaining accurate data in SAP helps ensure compliance with these regulations.
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials used in production and sales. Keeping this data up to date is crucial for operational efficiency.
  SAP Configuration: Depending on your organization's SAP configuration, the specific fields and views may vary. Consult your SAP administrator or documentation for details specific to your implementation.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after maintaining the fields, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.