How To Fix M7167 - Only pipeline mvmts for material type & are possible

M7167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Only pipeline mvmts for material type & are possible

What causes this issue?

The material you entered is assigned to the material type &V1&.
This material type has been defined as a pipeline material type. This
means that only goods movements with the special stock indicator "P" are
allowed.

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?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
Terminate processing and enter the movement using the special stock
indicator "P".

If the material type is not only to be used for
<DS:GLOS.3526C026AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>pipeline materials</>, change
the characteristics of the material type in Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7167 - Only pipeline mvmts for material type & are possible ?

  The SAP error message M7167, which states "Only pipeline movements for material type & are possible," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and logistics when dealing with materials that are classified under a specific material type that is restricted to pipeline movements.
  
  Cause:
  This error is generally triggered when you attempt to perform a movement type that is not allowed for the specified material type. In SAP, certain material types are designated for specific types of movements, and if you try to execute a movement that is not compatible with the material type, you will encounter this error.
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Movement Type: You may be using a movement type that is not allowed for the material type you are working with.
  Material Type Configuration: The material type may be configured in such a way that it only allows pipeline movements (e.g., materials that are part of a pipeline process).
  User Authorization: The user