How To Fix 5V184 - Enter a pollution category that is consistent with the fuel type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Enter a pollution category that is consistent with the fuel type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V184 - Enter a pollution category that is consistent with the fuel type ?

  The SAP error message 5V184 indicates that there is a mismatch between the pollution category and the fuel type specified in the system. This error typically arises in the context of environmental compliance and reporting, particularly when dealing with emissions and fuel types in SAP's Environmental Management (EM) module or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The pollution category assigned to a particular material or process does not align with the fuel type that has been selected.
  The system has predefined relationships between fuel types and their corresponding pollution categories, and if these do not match, the error is triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fuel Type: Verify the fuel type that has been entered in the system. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to the intended use.
  
  
  Review Pollution Categories: Look at the pollution categories that are available in the system. You may need to check the configuration settings to see which pollution categories are valid for the selected fuel type.
  
  
  Update Configuration: If necessary, update the configuration in the SAP system to ensure that the pollution categories are correctly mapped to the respective fuel types. This may involve:
  
  Accessing the configuration settings in the SAP system (usually done by a system administrator).
  Modifying the relationships between fuel types and pollution categories.
  
  
  
  Data Entry: If you are entering data manually, ensure that you are selecting the correct pollution category that matches the fuel type. You may need to consult documentation or guidelines that specify which categories are valid for each fuel type.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on pollution categories and fuel types. This can provide insights into the correct configurations and mappings.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Environmental Management (EM): This module helps organizations manage their environmental compliance and reporting requirements.
  Configuration Tables: The relevant configuration tables in SAP may include those that define the relationships between fuel types and pollution categories. You may need access to transaction codes like SPRO for configuration changes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration or data entries in the SAP system.
  
  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 Environmental Management for further assistance.