How To Fix O3143 - Air Bouyancy factor not maintained: Air buoyancy indicator is reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Air Bouyancy factor not maintained: Air buoyancy indicator is reset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3143 - Air Bouyancy factor not maintained: Air buoyancy indicator is reset ?

  The SAP error message O3143, which states "Air Buoyancy factor not maintained: Air buoyancy indicator is reset," typically occurs in the context of materials management or logistics, particularly when dealing with weight and volume calculations in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined air buoyancy factor for the material or the relevant configuration. The air buoyancy factor is used in calculations involving the weight of materials, especially when dealing with air transport or storage conditions where buoyancy may affect the effective weight.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material.
  Ensure that the air buoyancy factor is maintained in the relevant views (usually in the Basic Data or Logistics views).
  
  
  
  Maintain Air Buoyancy Factor:
  
  If the air buoyancy factor is missing, you can maintain it by:
  
  Navigating to the material master (Transaction Code: MM02).
  Selecting the appropriate views and entering the air buoyancy factor in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  If the air buoyancy factor is not applicable for certain materials, ensure that the configuration settings in the system allow for this. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify the settings related to air buoyancy.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings for air buoyancy factors in the SAP system. This can usually be found under the Logistics or Material Management sections in the SPRO transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to air buoyancy factors for additional context and guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management for further assistance.