How To Fix DG495 - Poisonous by inhalation indicator is set

DG495 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 495

• Message text: Poisonous by inhalation indicator is set

What causes this issue?

In the dangerous goods master, the 'poisonous by inhalation'
indicator is set 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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DG495 - Details

• The SAP error message "DG495 Poisonous by inhalation indicator is set" typically relates to the handling of dangerous goods in the SAP system, particularly in the context of logistics and transportation management. This error indicates that a material is classified as dangerous due to its inhalation toxicity, and the system is flagging this for compliance and safety reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Classification: The material in question has been classified as dangerous goods with a specific focus on inhalation hazards. This classification is usually defined in the material master data.
  Regulatory Compliance: The system is enforcing compliance with regulations regarding the handling and transportation of hazardous materials.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the material master or dangerous goods master records that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the dangerous goods classification is correct and that all