How To Fix GHO_ALLOC140 - Activate Business Function 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3' to use this feature

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_ALLOC - Message class for Allocation

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Activate Business Function 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3' to use this feature

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_ALLOC140 - Activate Business Function 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3' to use this feature ?

  The SAP error message GHO_ALLOC140 indicates that a specific business function, 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3', needs to be activated in order to use a particular feature related to unit of measure (UOM) in the Oil and Gas industry. This is common in SAP systems where certain functionalities are tied to specific business functions that need to be activated in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the required business function has not been activated in your SAP system. Business functions are sets of enhancements that can be turned on or off based on the needs of the organization. In this case, the feature you are trying to use is dependent on the 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3' business function.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the business function 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3'. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP System: Log in to your SAP system with appropriate authorization.
  
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction code SFW5 to access the Business Function Activation screen.
  
  
  Find the Business Function: In the list of available business functions, look for 'OIL_UOM_UPST_CI_3'. You may need to filter or search for it.
  
  
  Activate the Business Function: Once you find the business function, select it and activate it. This may require a system restart or transport depending on your system configuration.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or prerequisites that need to be addressed before or after activating this business function.
  
  
  Testing: After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Functions: Business functions in SAP are part of the enhancement framework that allows customers to enable or disable specific functionalities based on their business needs.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your specific SAP documentation for more details on the business function and its implications.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to create a transport request for the changes made, so they can be moved to the quality and production environments.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate business functions in your SAP system.
  
  If you encounter any issues during the activation process or if the error persists after activation, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.