How To Fix O3248 - Density type 4 (relative density air) is not allowed for liquid products

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Density type 4 (relative density air) is not allowed for liquid products

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3248 - Density type 4 (relative density air) is not allowed for liquid products ?

  The SAP error message O3248 indicates that there is an issue with the density type being used for a liquid product in the system. Specifically, it states that "Density type 4 (relative density air) is not allowed for liquid products." This error typically arises in the context of material master data or when dealing with product specifications in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Density Type Assignment: The material master record for the liquid product has been assigned a density type that is not appropriate for liquids. Density type 4 is meant for gases, as it refers to relative density with respect to air, which does not apply to liquids.
  Material Type Configuration: The configuration of the material type in SAP may not allow for the use of certain density types for liquid products.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry or data migration that assigned the wrong density type to the liquid product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the affected liquid product.
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "General" view and check the density type assigned.
  If it is set to density type 4, change it to an appropriate density type for liquids (e.g., density type 1 or 2, which are typically used for liquids).
  
  
  
  Update Density Information:
  
  Ensure that the density information is correctly entered for the liquid product. This includes specifying the correct units and values.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the material type settings in SPRO (Customizing) to ensure that the allowed density types for liquid products are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on density types and their appropriate applications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the material master record to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Density Types: In SAP, density types are used to define how the density of a material is calculated or represented. Different types are used for different states of matter (liquid, gas, etc.).
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it is crucial for various processes including procurement, production, and sales.
  Error Handling: When encountering errors in SAP, it is important to document the steps taken to resolve the issue for future reference and to assist others who may encounter similar problems.
  
  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 material management.