How To Fix 9J518 - Inventory management type for equipment type & is not equal to 1 or 2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Inventory management type for equipment type & is not equal to 1 or 2

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J518 - Inventory management type for equipment type & is not equal to 1 or 2 ?

  The SAP error message 9J518 indicates that there is an issue with the inventory management type assigned to a specific equipment type. This error typically arises when the equipment type is not configured correctly in the system, specifically when the inventory management type is not set to 1 (which usually indicates that the equipment is managed in stock) or 2 (which indicates that the equipment is managed in a non-stock manner).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The equipment type in question has been assigned an inventory management type that is neither 1 nor 2.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the equipment type may not have been set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Custom Settings: If there are custom settings or modifications in the system, they may have inadvertently caused this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Equipment Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OIK1 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the configuration of the equipment type.
  Ensure that the inventory management type is set to either 1 or 2.
  
  
  
  Modify the Equipment Type:
  
  If the inventory management type is incorrect, modify it to either 1 or 2 based on your business requirements.
  Save the changes and test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the equipment type to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  If there are discrepancies, correct them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides that pertain to equipment management and inventory types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE01 (Create Equipment), IE02 (Change Equipment), and IE03 (Display Equipment) for managing equipment.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to equipment types and inventory management settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.